Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRadiationCarcinogensBenefitsRisksSafety Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Radiation Carcinogens Benefits Risks Safety Microwaves may increase the risk of cancer, but so far there isn’t any strong evidence to support this. Most of what we know about the risks of microwave cooking is hypothetical and dependent on other factors, such as the plastics microwaved food is cooked in. In theory, the exposure of certain foods and plastics to microwave radiation may create cancer-causing substances, calledcarcinogens....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Migraine?Are Migraines a Symptom of Hypothyroidism?Effect of TreatmentWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Migraine? Are Migraines a Symptom of Hypothyroidism? Effect of Treatment When to See a Healthcare Provider Migraine headaches are common in people withhypothyroidism(an underactive thyroid). In fact around 30% of people with hypothyroidism have a history of headaches....

Key TakeawaysTikTokers claim that taking milk thistle supplement before you drink will leave you hangover-free the next morning.Limited evidence suggests that milk thistle could protect liver function, but there’s no research that shows it can prevent or cure a hangover.Experts say the best way to avoid a hangover is to limit your alcohol consumption to what your body can handle. Key Takeaways TikTokers claim that taking milk thistle supplement before you drink will leave you hangover-free the next morning....

Many people receive in-home oxygen through an oxygen delivery device known as anasal cannula. This thin, plastic tube has two small prongs at one end that rest in the nostrils. The nasal cannula can comfortably deliver oxygen to a person at one to six liters per minute (LPM), in concentrations ranging from 24 to 40 percent, depending upon how many LPM are being delivered. In comparison, room air contains about 21 percent oxygen, which is generally not enough for people with lung disease....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEarly Symptoms of MSTests and MS DiagnosisNext StepsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Early Symptoms of MS Tests and MS Diagnosis Next Steps Frequently Asked Questions Multiple sclerosis(MS) diagnosis can be tricky because there isn’t a specific test for MS and the symptoms can overlap with many other conditions. Instead, thediagnosisis usually based on a combination of your history, imaging scans, and tests to rule out other conditions....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Muscle Twitching?Is Muscle Twitching a Symptom of ALS?Treatment and ManagementWhen to See Your Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Muscle Twitching? Is Muscle Twitching a Symptom of ALS? Treatment and Management When to See Your Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Muscle twitchingis a hallmark symptom ofALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).It develops because the disease damages nerves involved in motor function....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsLow CholesterolCausesRisksSymptomsNormal LevelsHealthy Cholesterol Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Low Cholesterol Causes Risks Symptoms Normal Levels Healthy Cholesterol It is possible for cholesterol to be too low, but it is very rare for low cholesterol to lead to health problems. Most cholesterol problems are associated with highlow-density lipoprotein (LDL), or “bad” cholesterol, but some people can also have very low levels of LDL cholesterol....

Key TakeawaysIn lab studies, an iodine solution has shown promise for destroying the virus that causes COVID-19. However, it hasn’t been studied in the human nose and mouth.There are currently several nasal antiseptic products, some of which include iodine, on the market.Some experts say that the products are safe, but others would like to see more research on their safety and efficacy against the COVID-19 virus. Key Takeaways In lab studies, an iodine solution has shown promise for destroying the virus that causes COVID-19....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Nausea?Is Nausea a Symptom of Menopause?TreatmentWhen to See Your Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Nausea? Is Nausea a Symptom of Menopause? Treatment When to See Your Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Nauseais a symptom ofmenopause. If you are a female in your 40s or 50s and feeling queasy, menopause orperimenopause(the transitional stage into menopause) is a possible, but uncommon, cause....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Nerve Pain?Is It a Symptom of Diabetes?Treatments & ManagementWhen to Seek Medical CareFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Nerve Pain? Is It a Symptom of Diabetes? Treatments & Management When to Seek Medical Care Frequently Asked Questions Diabetes isn’t the only problem that can develop as a result of high blood sugar. Over time, excessive amounts of glucose (sugar) and fats in your blood can lead to many complications, including painful nerve damage....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCan Nicotine Cause ED?What Is the Risk?Other Sexual ProblemsOther Causes of EDTreatmentsQuitting Cigarettes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Can Nicotine Cause ED? What Is the Risk? Other Sexual Problems Other Causes of ED Treatments Quitting Cigarettes Nicotine—whether smoked,vaped, orchewed—anderectile dysfunction (ED)are closely linked. This is because nicotine causes the narrowing of blood vessels and reduces circulation throughout the body, including thepenis. The restrictions of blood flow to the penis impair your ability to get and sustain an erection, resulting in ED....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionEffectivenessSafetyTips Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Effectiveness Safety Tips Methodical nipple stimulation may be effective for starting contractions at full-term pregnancy, although there is limited research to prove its benefits.In one study, 50% of the postpartum participants indicated they tried this or other non-medical ways to induce labor. This article explains how nipple stimulation to induce labor works, and when to discuss it with your healthcare provider or seek additional care in your late-term pregnancy....

Key TakeawaysNon-vaccinated people can still get vaccinated people sick with COVID-19.Vaccinated people who contract COVID-19 may have less severe symptoms because the body mounts an immune response and adapts to prevent the coronavirus from replicating.More research is needed about how the COVID-19 vaccines respond to emerging variants. Key Takeaways Non-vaccinated people can still get vaccinated people sick with COVID-19.Vaccinated people who contract COVID-19 may have less severe symptoms because the body mounts an immune response and adapts to prevent the coronavirus from replicating....