Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of Arthritis That Can Affect LifespanArthritis and Life ExpectancyArthritis ComplicationsHow to Reduce Your Risk of ComplicationsWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Arthritis That Can Affect Lifespan Arthritis and Life Expectancy Arthritis Complications How to Reduce Your Risk of Complications When to See a Healthcare Provider There are more than 100 types ofarthritis. Some are progressive and may shorten lifespan, especiallyrheumatoid arthritis(RA), which is anautoimmune disease(the immune system attacks healthy cells), andgout, which can lead to serious complications if left untreated....

Key TakeawaysA large long COVID study found that asymptomatic COVID-19 cases aren’t generally associated with long COVID.Although the risk of long COVID is low after asymptomatic COVID-19, it’s not completely zero, experts said.Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 before an infection can reduce the risk of some persistent symptoms. Key Takeaways A large long COVID study found that asymptomatic COVID-19 cases aren’t generally associated with long COVID.Although the risk of long COVID is low after asymptomatic COVID-19, it’s not completely zero, experts said....

Key TakeawaysThe BA.2 subvariant of Omicron is highly contagious and has high rates of asymptomatic transmission.Asymptomatic people can still spread COVID-19.This stresses the importance of testing and following isolation/quarantine procedures. Key Takeaways The BA.2 subvariant of Omicron is highly contagious and has high rates of asymptomatic transmission.Asymptomatic people can still spread COVID-19.This stresses the importance of testing and following isolation/quarantine procedures. The BA.2 variant now accounts for 68% of COVID cases in the United States, and like Omicron, has been associated with mild or oftentimes no symptoms in people who test positive and are vaccinated....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow it SpreadsHow It’s TransmittedPreventionTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How it Spreads How It’s Transmitted Prevention Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Athlete’s foot(tinea pedis) is not just for athletes; it’s a common infection.The itchy rash usually occurs between the toes and the soles of the feet. It can also affect the toenails. Athlete’s foot can spread from person to person....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnxiety’s RoleCan Anxiety Feel Like AFib?Worsening SymptomsManaging Stress and Anxiety Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Anxiety’s Role Can Anxiety Feel Like AFib? Worsening Symptoms Managing Stress and Anxiety Anxietyandatrial fibrillation(AFib) are two very different conditions that cause many similar symptoms. AFib is an irregular heart rhythm where the upper chambers of the heart (atria) beat very fast. This causes symptoms that can be mistaken for anxiety....

Key TakeawaysA COVID-19 vaccine is not yet authorized for children under the age of 12.Pfizer’s announced on March 31, 2021, that its COVID-19 vaccine was found to be 100% effective and well tolerated in a clinical trial of adolescents ages 12 to 15.Moderna announced on May 25, 2021, that its COVID-19 vaccine was found to be 100% effective and well tolerated in a clinical trial of adolescents ages 12 to 17....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is It?BV and InfertilityBV and PregnancyTreatment and PreventionTips for Good Vaginal HealthFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is It? BV and Infertility BV and Pregnancy Treatment and Prevention Tips for Good Vaginal Health Frequently Asked Questions Bacterial vaginosis(BV) is a common bacterial infection in women. It occurs when the balance of bacteria in the vagina changes. When there are more harmful bacteria than good bacteria in the vagina, bacterial vaginosis can occur....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentspH Levels and CancerAn Aid to Cancer TreatmentWhat the Research SaysRisksAlkaline Foods Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents pH Levels and Cancer An Aid to Cancer Treatment What the Research Says Risks Alkaline Foods Baking soda(sodium bicarbonate) does not prevent or cure cancer, but some research suggests it may help boost the effectiveness of conventional cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy. Baking soda is analkalinemineral that is effective at neutralizing acidity....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageWhat Happens If I Take Too Much?InteractionsSimilar SupplementsSourcesFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage What Happens If I Take Too Much? Interactions Similar Supplements Sources FAQ Beta-sitosterolis sometimes used to reducehigh cholesterol. It has also been studied as a way to treat a host of other health conditions, like high blood sugar and enlarged prostate, but more research is needed to conclusively state its effects....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of Birth ControlThe ConnectionBirth Control Side EffectsSigns of DepressionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Birth Control The Connection Birth Control Side Effects Signs of Depression Frequently Asked Questions Birth controlcomes in many forms, including hormonal and non-hormonal options. Like all other medications, there areside effects associated with contraceptives, such as headaches or irregular bleeding. While many people have reported depressive symptoms while taking hormonal birth control, there is not enough evidence to prove that hormonal contraceptives causedepression....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMelasma and Birth ControlWhat Types of Birth Control Don’t Cause Melasma?Treating Melasma From Birth ControlWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Melasma and Birth Control What Types of Birth Control Don’t Cause Melasma? Treating Melasma From Birth Control When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Melasmais a condition that causes dark patches, spots, or blotches on the skin....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEffects on the ThyroidEffects on TestsEffects on Birth ControlStopping Birth ControlFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Effects on the Thyroid Effects on Tests Effects on Birth Control Stopping Birth Control Frequently Asked Questions Thethyroid glandis a butterfly-shaped organ located in the lower part of your neck. It sits a little below the Adam’s apple (the laryngeal prominence) and above the collarbone (clavicle)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBirth Control and FatigueCausesOther Reasons for FatigueHow to CopeFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Birth Control and Fatigue Causes Other Reasons for Fatigue How to Cope Frequently Asked Questions It’s not unusual to feel that takinghormonal birth controlmakes you tired. While there is some evidence that fatigue can be a side effect of oral hormone contraception, tiredness is also a common side effect of many other conditions and medications....