Some initial anecdotal evidence suggests that manuka honey may be an effective home remedy for psoriasis, an autoimmune condition that causes inflamed, itchy, dry patches of skin. While there’s no cure, many experts recommend combining at-home and medical treatments to help manage symptoms. StefaNikolic / Getty Images How Manuka Honey Treats Psoriasis Because manuka honey appears to impact the immune system and reduceinflammation, some experts suggest it could helpmanage psoriasis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHormones and PimplesAcne CausesPreventing BreakoutsAcne Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hormones and Pimples Acne Causes Preventing Breakouts Acne Treatment Masturbation does not cause acne. While some people assume that hormones triggered during masturbation are linked to breakouts, this is a myth. Hormonal changes from sexual activity are temporary and don’t causepimples. Understanding the true causes of acne can help you prevent breakouts and reduce stress that certain things are going to make you give you bad skin....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIt Does Not Affect T LevelsEffect on Sperm & HormonesEffect on StrengthWhat Decreases Testosterone?TreatmentsControlling Hormone Health Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents It Does Not Affect T Levels Effect on Sperm & Hormones Effect on Strength What Decreases Testosterone? Treatments Controlling Hormone Health There are a lot of myths surrounding masturbation—that it causes blindness, hairy palms, oracne—many long debunked. A myth that has gained traction lately is that men who masturbate experience lower levels oftestosterone(“T”)....

Key TakeawaysSome, but not all, state Medicaid programs cover GLP-1 drugs for weight management.Even in states that cover the drugs, there may be certain requirements for coverage, such as a letter from your doctor and participation in an exercise program. Key Takeaways Some, but not all, state Medicaid programs cover GLP-1 drugs for weight management.Even in states that cover the drugs, there may be certain requirements for coverage, such as a letter from your doctor and participation in an exercise program....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Medicare?Original MedicareMedicare AdvantageCost of Hearing AidsHow to ApplyAdditional ResourcesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Medicare? Original Medicare Medicare Advantage Cost of Hearing Aids How to Apply Additional Resources Frequently Asked Questions Hearing lossaffects a large number of people as they get older. People enrolling in Medicare may want to consider factoring in coverage for hearing aids when choosing a plan....

Medicare coverscolonoscopytesting, but how much you will pay depends on how often the test is performed and whether the test is labeled as screening or diagnostic. Colonoscopies are one of the most common screening tests forcolorectal cancer. As many as 15 million colonoscopies are performed every year in the United States.The procedure not only allows your doctor to see the inside of the colon, but also allows them to biopsy any abnormal findings, likecolon polyps, to see if they are cancerous....

Key TakeawaysMedicare now covers the injectable anti-obesity drug Wegovy for reducing cardiovascular risks in patients with heart disease and obesity, following its FDA approval for this specific use.Despite the broader availability of Wegovy, Medicare’s coverage for anti-obesity medications remains limited to those with additional medically accepted indications, due to longstanding legislative restrictions.The high cost of anti-obesity drugs and the uncertain impact on overall healthcare spending are major barriers to expanding Medicare coverage for these medications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBreast MRIGuidelinesMedicare CoverageCostOptions if Denied Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Breast MRI Guidelines Medicare Coverage Cost Options if Denied Although breast MRI is more expensive, studies have shown it may be more likely to detect cancer than other tests.However, certain criteria must be met to qualify for Medicare coverage and some costs may be your responsibility. vm / Getty Images How Breast MRI Works Breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)uses magnetic fields and radio waves to take a picture of the breast....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDense BreastsBreast ImplantsBreast Cancer in MenPros and ConsMedicare Coverage Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Dense Breasts Breast Implants Breast Cancer in Men Pros and Cons Medicare Coverage Mammograms are considered the gold standard for breast cancer screening, but they are not 100% accurate. In some cases, other imaging studies are needed to determine if a biopsy (removing a sample tissue for further examination) is necessary to check for cancer....

The natural process ofmenopausecan trigger changes in many parts of your body and affect yourirritable bowel syndrome(IBS) symptoms. Whether or not you have been diagnosed with IBS, you may find that as you reach a certain age, you start to have more frequent bowel symptoms. Although studies haven’t yielded clear-cut evidence about why menopause affects the way the stomach works, some research has been done in this area. Let’s take a look....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Metformin?What Is NDMA?Why Metformin Was RecalledWhat You Should Do Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Metformin? What Is NDMA? Why Metformin Was Recalled What You Should Do In May 2020, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a statement regarding higher-than-acceptable levels of a substance called N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) in some preparations of extended-releasemetformin. Initially, two pharmaceutical companies—Amneal Pharmaceuticals and Apotex—were involved in the recall....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Metformin Can Cause DiarrheaWhen Does It Start and How Long Does It Last?Can You Prevent Diarrhea?Other Gut-Related Side EffectsManaging Metformin-Related Diarrhea Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Metformin Can Cause Diarrhea When Does It Start and How Long Does It Last? Can You Prevent Diarrhea? Other Gut-Related Side Effects Managing Metformin-Related Diarrhea Metforminis a commonly prescribed medication taken to help control blood sugar in adults and children 10 years and older withtype 2 diabetes....

Though there is some evidence that mouthwash like Listerine may reduce the risk of certainsexually transmitted infections (STIs)followingoral sex, the reduction in risk is relatively small and cannot be considered a viable means of STI prevention. The best way to prevent STIs is through sexual abstinence orsafer sexpractices. This article takes an unbiased look at the effectiveness of antiseptic mouthwashes in reducing the risk of STIs likegonorrhea,chlamydia,herpes,HIV,human papillomavirus (HPV), andsyphilisfollowing oral sex....