Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesStagesDiagnosisTreatmentLate-Stage Treatment OptionsOutlookTips for Healthy Kidneys Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Stages Diagnosis Treatment Late-Stage Treatment Options Outlook Tips for Healthy Kidneys Diabeticnephropathyis a form of long-term, chronic kidney disease resulting from having had diabetes for several years. Diabetes causes higher-than-normal blood glucose levels, which damage some of the kidney’s blood vessels over time. Damaged blood vessels in the kidneys and other factors, like inflammation, lead to kidney damage....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIBS and NauseaCausesManagement and TreatmentRelated ConditionsSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents IBS and Nausea Causes Management and Treatment Related Conditions Seeking Medical Care Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a gastrointestinal (GI) disorder that presents with symptoms such as abdominal pain, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. The cause of IBS isn’t well understood, and it’s often correlated with stress or oversensitive nerves in the GI tract....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are They?Anatomy & DevelopmentHow Many Follicles?FertilityMenopauseConditionsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are They? Anatomy & Development How Many Follicles? Fertility Menopause Conditions Diagnosis Treatment Ovarian follicles are small, fluid-filled sacs in theovaries, which are glands located on either side of theuterus. The ovaries contain thousands of follicles, and each month one ruptures to release a mature egg. If you are trying to conceive, your healthcare provider may recommend conducting tests to check your ovarian follicles....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFunctionCompositionCauses of Enamel LossEffects of Enamel LossRestoring TeethPreventing Enamel Loss Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Function Composition Causes of Enamel Loss Effects of Enamel Loss Restoring Teeth Preventing Enamel Loss Tooth enamel is the thin covering on the outside layer of your teeth. It provides a hard shell to protect your teeth from cracking and breaking. It also protects the inner layers of your teeth from damage....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityInteractionsHow to StoreSimilar SupplementsSources & What to Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Interactions How to Store Similar Supplements Sources & What to Look For Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is an herb from regions of Europe and Asia used medicinally as a sleep aid and remedy for other ailments. Valerian is believed to have many benefits, including as a treatment for bothinsomniaandanxiety....

Key TakeawaysShort-term exposure to low-level air pollutants can induce a heart attack in some people, according to a recent study in China.The study highlights the need for more research and reassessment on the immediate health impact of air pollutants in the United States.Masking outdoors is one way to protect against air pollution. Key Takeaways Short-term exposure to low-level air pollutants can induce a heart attack in some people, according to a recent study in China....

Key TakeawaysA new study finds a potential link between depression and exposure to air pollution.This research is setting a foundation for future understanding of the health impacts of air pollution.Experts are curious whether the link will be as strong in people who are exposed to lower amounts and different kinds of air pollutions. Key Takeaways A new study finds a potential link between depression and exposure to air pollution.This research is setting a foundation for future understanding of the health impacts of air pollution....

As the healthcare industry began to adopt more stringent infection-control processes and procedures in the 1980s, the number of Americans who developed anallergy to latexbegan to rise. This was due to increased exposure to natural rubber latex, a milky fluid derived from theHevea brasiliensistree, that was used to make gloves commonly used in healthcare settings. Natural rubber latex is also used in numerous other products, including balloons, rubber bands, condoms, diaphragms, rubber balls, and bandages—but it’s not used in paint....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is It?SymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentRecovery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is It? Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Recovery People with expressive aphasia are usually aware of their difficulty in speaking, which can be emotionally taxing.Fortunately, speech therapy is a valuable resource that can greatly improve communication skills and alleviate the impact of expressive aphasia on daily life. This article will cover expressive aphasia, other aphasia types, symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatments....

Have you ever noticed how some positions make your back feel better, while others make it feel worse? For certain common back problems such asherniated disc, facet arthritis, sacroiliac joint pain, and others, pain can be associated with specific positions. Yourphysical therapistor personal trainer can use this information to help you manage symptoms at home, at work, and while exercising. Wavebreak Media Ltd. / Getty Images Directional Preferences These directional preferences are part of a movement-based approach to categorizing low back pain that allows your therapist to watch how you stand, sit, walk and move, and to listen to what you have to say about your pain....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAdverse ConditionsPsoriasisNummular EczemaErythema MultiformeDermatitis HerpetiformisFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Adverse Conditions Psoriasis Nummular Eczema Erythema Multiforme Dermatitis Herpetiformis Frequently Asked Questions Extensor surfaces are skin surfaces on the outside of a joint that are common regions for lesions or other skin changes in certain skin disorders. For example, the front of the knee and the back of the elbow or forearm are extensor surfaces where inflamed skin and scaly patches ofpsoriasismay develop....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesWho Can BenefitProstheses in RelationshipsOther ED Treatments Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Who Can Benefit Prostheses in Relationships Other ED Treatments For people witherectile dysfunction(ED), a satisfying sex life can be a challenge. One potential solution is an external penile prosthesis, a device used to achieve penetrative sex without having to undergoimplant surgery. Options include penis sleeves and penile supports, such as penile casts, that some consider after medication for ED hasn’t worked....

Key TakeawaysThe Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine vials reportedly contain one or more extra doses of the vaccine, and the FDA has confirmed they can be administered.Experts say an extra dose or two in any multi-dose vaccine vial is normal and intentional to account for solution lost during the vaccine administration process.Extra doses of the vaccine are good news and not cause for concern, the experts say, because more people can be vaccinated potentially earlier than planned....