Emergency Flu Signs in Children

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsFlu Danger SignsRisk FactorsTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Flu Danger Signs Risk Factors Treatment Prevention Influenza symptoms ofhigh feverand trouble breathing are just a few of the signs that it’s time to worry about flu in a child, which can prove fatal.Manyflu-related deathsaren’t the direct result of the viralinfection, but rather a complication of an existing illness like asthma....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1838 words · Alexis Martin

Emergency Symptoms of a Sinus Infection That Spreads to the Brain

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesWarning SymptomsAssociated ConditionsTreatmentRecovery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Warning Symptoms Associated Conditions Treatment Recovery Asinus infectioncan spread to the brain through the bloodstream or bone. It is a rare occurrence but incredibly serious. When a sinus infection spreads to the brain, it can cause several conditions likeencephalitis,meningitis, or a brain abscess. vm / Getty Images How Does a Sinus Infection Spread to the Brain?...

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 1045 words · Tina Martinez

Emergency Treatment for Sudden Epiglottitis

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen to Call 911Seeing the EpiglottiscausesSymptomsTreatmentHealing Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When to Call 911 Seeing the Epiglottis causes Symptoms Treatment Healing Epiglottitisisinflammationand swelling of the epiglottis—the tissue at the base of the tongue that covers the windpipe. It can be a life-threatening condition if left untreated. Your epiglottis is mainly made up ofcartilage tissue. It behaves like a valve to prevent foods and liquids from entering your windpipe....

January 17, 2025 · 10 min · 2099 words · Anthony Wilson

Emetophobia (Fear of Vomiting)

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionSymptomsDiagnosisCausesTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Symptoms Diagnosis Causes Treatment Coping Emetophobiais an extreme and irrational fear of vomiting. It’s considered rare though more likely to occur in females.Sometimes called specific phobia of vomiting (SPOV), its symptoms are similar to those experienced with apanic attack. includingrapid heart rate,tremors, and feeling dizzy. People exhibiting thisphobiamay avoid foods they fear will make them sick, social events, or travel....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1343 words · Rachel Green

Emojis Are the New Language of Drug Deals—Especially for Teens

Key TakeawaysDrug dealers, drug traffickers, and teenagers have been using emojis to buy and sell counterfeit pills and other illegal drugs on social media and e-commerce platforms.The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has created an online guide called the “Emoji Drug Code” to raise awareness and educate people about the new language of drug deals.While there are many common emojis used to represent drugs, emojis on their own are not necessarily an indication of illegal activity or substance abuse....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1144 words · Kimberly Johnson

Emotional Eating: Factors Behind Motivations

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsContributing FactorsCurbing Emotional EatingRisksRealistic Distractions and TipsTracking Patterns Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Contributing Factors Curbing Emotional Eating Risks Realistic Distractions and Tips Tracking Patterns Common triggers include stress, boredom, sadness, and anger. Many individuals turn to food for comfort, which can lead to a cycle of unhealthy eating habits. Understanding these triggers and finding alternative coping mechanisms is crucial for managing emotional eating....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1819 words · Jennifer Zuniga

Emotional Health Is Mental Health: One Aspect of Well-Being

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionInsight Into ItImproving Emotional HealthWhat Does Not HelpSupporting OthersFeeling Lost Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Insight Into It Improving Emotional Health What Does Not Help Supporting Others Feeling Lost Emotional health (also called emotional well-being) is the ability to handle stress and emotional challenges. Being emotionally healthy does not mean you’re always happy; it means that you are aware of your emotions and in control of them, particularly in stressful situations....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1510 words · Angelica Ortiz

Emphysema vs. COPD: Similarities and Differences

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDifferencesCuasesOn X-RayTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Differences Cuases On X-Ray Treatment Coping In this article, we’ll go over how emphysema is related to COPD and how it differs from other types of COPD. We’ll also discuss common causes of emphysema and COPD, coping tips, treatment options, and more. Instants / Getty Images How Emphysema and COPD Differ Many people aren’t sure of the relationship between emphysema and COPD and wonder which one is “worse....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1587 words · Jacqueline Anderson

Emu Oil: Health Claims vs. What the Research Says

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionUses and ClaimsSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageSources & What to Look ForFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Uses and Claims Side Effects Precautions Dosage Sources & What to Look For Frequently Asked Questions Emuoil is rich in antioxidants likecarotenoidsandpolyunsaturated fats. It has long been used in many cultures to heal wounds and treat common skin disorders. It’s believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties....

January 17, 2025 · 10 min · 2035 words · Robin Mcdonald

En Medio de las Reaperturas Escolares, Los Maestros Latinos Sufren Por Su Salud Mental

Puntos ClaveTener que navegar el aprendizaje en persona este otoño está afectando seriamente la salud mental de los maestros latinos.Los CDC reportan que la comunidad latina está experimentando niveles desproporcionadamente altos de depresión, abuso de sustancias y pensamientos suicidas relacionados al COVID-19.El estigma alrededor de la salud mental en la comunidad latina, además de la falta de recursos para los educadores, hace que sea difícil que los maestros latinos busquen ayuda....

January 17, 2025 · 15 min · 3023 words · Zachary Edwards

Encephalitis of the Brain: Short and Long-Term Effects

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Encephalitis vs. Meningitis Causes and Risk Factors Symptoms Is Encephalitis Curable? Treatment Healing and Rehabilitation Long-Term Effects Inflammation and swelling throughout the brain can cause confusion, headaches, and fatigue. Sometimes symptoms associated with inflammation are experienced in certain regions of the brain. Symptoms include vision changes, weakness of one side of the body, or seizures. The symptoms of encephalitis can often be treated if the condition is detected right away....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1708 words · Deborah Martinez

Encephalitis vs. Meningitis

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisSummary Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Summary Encephalitisandmeningitisare both infections of the brain, but they affect different parts of the brain. Meningitis is an infection in the membranes surrounding thebrainand spinal cord, called the meninges, while encephalitis is inflammation of brain tissues. Complexio / Getty Images Encephalitis Symptoms Physical symptoms of encephalitis can include: Cognitive symptoms can include:...

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 1027 words · Christopher Long

Encephalopathy: Causes, Types, and Features

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes and CausesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types and Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Encephalopathy refers to any abnormality in the brain’s function or structure. Causes of encephalopathy include infections, traumatic brain injury, and exposure to toxins. Without treatment, temporary or permanent brain damage, loss of consciousness, and even death can occur. The signs and symptoms of encephalopathy vary depending on type, cause, and severity....

January 17, 2025 · 10 min · 1975 words · Earl Potter