Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Frequently Asked Questions A number of bacteria, viruses, andallergenscan cause respiratory symptoms. Unfortunately, every breath you take contains a mixture of all of these, plus other irritants like pet dander, pollution, and mold. Your nose, throat, and airway are coated with mucous membranes, the body’s natural barriers, which detect, identify, and eliminate these irritants and microorganisms....

This article covers the differences between the seasonal flu and the stomach flu. It discusses symptoms, treatment, and when to call a healthcare provider. InfluenzaCoughCongestionBody aches and painsFeverExhaustion or fatigueViral GastroenteritisVomitingDiarrheaStomach pain and crampingOccasionally fever InfluenzaCoughCongestionBody aches and painsFeverExhaustion or fatigue Cough Congestion Body aches and pains Fever Exhaustion or fatigue Viral GastroenteritisVomitingDiarrheaStomach pain and crampingOccasionally fever Vomiting Diarrhea Stomach pain and cramping Occasionally fever Influenza Symptoms Influenza comes on suddenly and will make you feel terrible....

Flu activity typically peaks between December and March and can linger into May. While there’s no distinct peak season for COVID, cases spiked in late December of 2023 into early January 2024. In aseasonal prediction report from Dec. 20, the CDC projected that the peak hospitalizations for all three viruses will likely be similar or lower to those in previous years, but that the numbers will still be higher than what they were pre-COVID....

Flu cases are beginning to rise after a slow start to the season, with respiratory illnesses increasing nationwide in the week ending Dec. 14, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Flu activity typically peaks between December and March and can linger into May. While there’s no distinct peak season for COVID-19, cases spiked in late December of last year into early January 2024. Here’s a breakdown of the most recent trends for the flu, COVID, and RSV....

Experts have warned of the “triple threat”—influenza,COVID-19, andrespiratory syncytial virus (RSV)—as we head into winter. In the week ending on Nov. 23, respiratory illnesses remain low, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While flu activity is increasing slightly among children, cases are still lower than they were at the same time last year. The same is true for COVID cases. The levels of COVID viral activity inwastewaterhave remained low after a summer surge....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptom ComparisonAdults vs. ChildrenSymptom DurationDiagnosisTreatmentWhen to Contact a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptom Comparison Adults vs. Children Symptom Duration Diagnosis Treatment When to Contact a Provider Going viral isn’t always a good thing. Cold and flu viruses circulate at their highest levels each fall through spring, bringing you face-to-face with coughing, sniffling, and other symptoms of respiratory infections. It can be challenging to know what type of viral infection you have based solely on your symptoms because the flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) share many of the same ones....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnatomyCausesDiagnosisRemoval Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Anatomy Causes Diagnosis Removal If you’ve had an ultrasound, you may have learned that there’s fluid in your cul-de-sac area. The cul-de-sac sits just behind the vagina. This article explains why fluid can sometimes collect there, and how your healthcare provider might diagnose the reason for it. On either side of the uterus sit two small pouches....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Fluid in the ear often occurs with an ear infection, especially in kids. The inflammation or congestion that blocks theeustachiantube, a small drainage passageway in your ear, can also be due to allergies or thecommon cold. Eardrum injuries, nasal polyps, or even teething in babies can cause fluid to build up in the ear....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDental Health With FluorideProcedureCostHow Much Is Needed?BenefitsSide EffectsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Dental Health With Fluoride Procedure Cost How Much Is Needed? Benefits Side Effects Frequently Asked Questions This article discusses fluoride treatments, their benefits, and their possible side effects. familylifestyle Both of these methods are effective ways to apply fluoride to your teeth. However, your dentist may suggest a dental fluoride treatment option if you need additional fluoride....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRisksPre-Flight EvaluationPlanning and PreventionDuring Your Flight Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Risks Pre-Flight Evaluation Planning and Prevention During Your Flight If you have a heart condition, you can fly safely as a passenger on an airplane, but you need to be aware of your risks and take necessary precautions. Heart conditions that can lead to health emergencies when flying include coronary artery disease (CAD), cardiac arrhythmia (irregular heart rate), recent heart surgery, an implanted heart device, heart failure, and pulmonary arterial disease....

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 Fo-ti is an herb native to China and other parts of Asia. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), fo-ti root has been used for various health ailments. It is also thought to be beneficial for anti-aging....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsInfectionsSteatorrhea and MalabsorptionIrritable Bowel SyndromeFoamy Poop in BabiesTreatmentWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Infections Steatorrhea and Malabsorption Irritable Bowel Syndrome Foamy Poop in Babies Treatment When to See a Provider Foamy poop can have a number of causes, including stomach flu, conditions like celiac disease and chronic pancreatitis, and parasitic infections likegiardiasis. However, the presence of bubbly, frothy, or foamy poop or diarrhea isn’t enough to inform a diagnosis alone....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsAre Focal Epilepsy Seizures Chronic?Treatment and Focal Epilepsy PreventionWhat Causes One-Sided Seizures in the Brain?During a Focal Epilepsy Seizure: Safety and Support Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Are Focal Epilepsy Seizures Chronic? Treatment and Focal Epilepsy Prevention What Causes One-Sided Seizures in the Brain? During a Focal Epilepsy Seizure: Safety and Support Focalepilepsyis when people have recurrent seizures that may cause symptoms affecting only one side of the body....