Use of thegluten-free dietin autism is controversial (most medical studies don’t report any benefit). But some parents maintain that the diet (mainly a variant of it that also eliminates milk products) has helped their autistic children. Could the diet work because those children actually haveceliac disease, with celiac disease the cause of their autism traits? The answer is no in most cases: going gluten-free won’t help your child’s autism. However, recent research indicates there could be some links—possibly between mothers with celiac disease (which causes digestive and other symptoms) and their autistic children....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsCausesSymptomsTreatmentOther InfectionsAllergic ReactionsPreventionWhen to See a ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is Causes Symptoms Treatment Other Infections Allergic Reactions Prevention When to See a Provider Frequently Asked Questions Bug and spider bites may need antibiotic treatment if they turn into a skin infection calledcellulitis. A bug or spider bite makes an open wound in the skin where bacteria can get in....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTypesDiagnosisTreatmentComplicationsPreventionWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Types Diagnosis Treatment Complications Prevention When to Seek Care Cellulitis can cause redness, skin swelling, pain, heat at the site, and possibly fever. It is not contagious and typically affects only one site in the body at a time (for example, just one leg). Antibiotics are used to treat cellulitis but it’s common for an infection to relapse (recur)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe Spinal CanalCauses of Central Canal Narrowing and StenosisSymptomsTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Spinal Canal Causes of Central Canal Narrowing and Stenosis Symptoms Treatment Prevention Central canal stenosis occurs when the spaces in the spine narrow and create pressureon thespinal cordand nerve roots.This space in the spine is known as the spinal canal. Central canal stenosis is usually age-related, occurs over time, and affects one ormore areas of the spine....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCephalexinAmoxicillinDosing GuidelinesOnset to ActionSide EffectsHow to Take SafelyPotential for InteractionWhich One Is Better for Me?Preventing Bacterial InfectionsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Cephalexin Amoxicillin Dosing Guidelines Onset to Action Side Effects How to Take Safely Potential for Interaction Which One Is Better for Me? Preventing Bacterial Infections Frequently Asked Questions Cephalexinis anantibioticthat treats various bacterial infections such as pneumonia, other respiratory tract infections, and infections of the ears, urinary tract, skin, bone, and genitals....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentComplicationsOutlookFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Complications Outlook Frequently Asked Questions Cerebellar degeneration is a type of damage to thecerebellum, which is the area ofthe brainthat controls balance and coordination. Cerebellar degeneration is not common. It can occur due to progressive neurological diseases or brain damage, such as a stroke. Some types of cerebellar ataxia can be treated, and any type of cerebellar degeneration requires medical care, physical therapy, and supportive devices to help improve motor control and to prevent injuries....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsPotential Complications of a Cerebellar StrokeDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Potential Complications of a Cerebellar Stroke Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis A cerebellar stroke occurs when there is bleeding or blockage of a blood vessel in part of the brain called the cerebellum, affecting healthy blood flow to the area. This is one of the least common types of stroke, accounting for less than 2% percent of all cases....

Head injuries due to falls, collisions, or accidents are a great burden, representing some of the most significant causes of hospitalizations and deaths.Among the most common of suchtraumatic brain injuries (TBIs)areconcussionsand cerebral contusions (also known as intracerebral hematoma), a bruising and bleeding of the brain. While these can be related—and both involve damage to structures of the brain—there are also key differences. Concussion refers to cases of loss of awareness following head injury, whereas cerebral contusion refers specifically to bruising in the brain....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCerebrospinal Fluid AnalysisPurpose of CSF AnalysisInjections Into the CSF for Treatment of Brain or Spinal Cord CancerFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Cerebrospinal Fluid Analysis Purpose of CSF Analysis Injections Into the CSF for Treatment of Brain or Spinal Cord Cancer Frequently Asked Questions Cerebrospinal fluid, also known as CSF, is a clear, colorless fluid that flows through the brain and spinal cord, surrounding and cushioning it from injury....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsWho Gets Them?When Is It Serious?Without TreatmentSeeing a SpecialistRecovery Timeline Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Who Gets Them? When Is It Serious? Without Treatment Seeing a Specialist Recovery Timeline Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) can leak if there is a tear or injury to the dura, a membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. Though are, spontaneous or unexplainable cerebrospinal spinal fluid leaks can occur and are serious....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesBenefitsAlternativesRisksWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Benefits Alternatives Risks When to Seek Care This article explains what cervical traction is and how it is performed. It also describes conditions cervical traction can treat as well as the possible risks of the procedure. 4x-Image / Getty Images What Is Neck Traction? Cervical traction gently pulls the neck to create space between vertebrae to not only treat certain conditions but to diagnose them as well....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesRisk FactorsDiagnosisStagesTreatmentImpact on FertilityPreventionOutlookNext in Cervical Cancer GuideThe 4 Stages of Cervical Cancer Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Risk Factors Diagnosis Stages Treatment Impact on Fertility Prevention Outlook Next in Cervical Cancer Guide Cervical canceris the uncontrolled growth of cells in the cervix, which connects the vagina to the upper area of the uterus.It usually occurs in people over 30....

Key TakeawaysJanuary is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, making it a great time to discuss cervical cancer prevention, screening, and treatment.In many cases, cervical cancer can be prevented. It’s also much easier to treat when it’s detected early. People should discuss prevention and screening measures with their healthcare providers.Brachytherapy, a mainstay of cervical cancer treatment, delivers targeted and precise radiation to cancer cells. Key Takeaways January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, making it a great time to discuss cervical cancer prevention, screening, and treatment....