Key TakeawaysGI health experts have added two new options to their list of recommended treatments for chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) in adults: magnesium oxide and senna.Magnesium oxide and senna are both available over-the-counter (OTC).Eating plenty of foods that are high in fiber, drinking plenty of water, and exercising more can also help with constipation.However, if you’ve tried making lifestyle changes but are still constipated, experts recommend reaching out to your healthcare provider to talk about over-the-counter (OTC) laxatives or prescription medications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStomach CrampsSwollen BellyBloody VomitBelly Button PainBloody Stool or UrinePain in the Upper StomachLower Right Abdominal PainConstantly Feeling FullBlack StoolSudden Pulsing PainStrong Hunger PangsConstant Diarrhea Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Stomach Cramps Swollen Belly Bloody Vomit Belly Button Pain Bloody Stool or Urine Pain in the Upper Stomach Lower Right Abdominal Pain Constantly Feeling Full Black Stool Sudden Pulsing Pain Strong Hunger Pangs...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGoalsWhat to EatWhat to AvoidOther Tips Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Goals What to Eat What to Avoid Other Tips Agastroparesisdiet involves eating smaller meals with foods that are softer and lower in fiber and fat to better cope with symptoms of delayed gastric emptying.Withgastroparesis, the normal contractions of the intestines (calledperistalsis) are slowed, often leading to symptoms like heartburn, stomach pain, bloating, nausea, or vomiting soon after eating....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGelsSide EffectsEffectivenessOral MedicationsOther Treatment OptionsWhich Is Right for Me?Frequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Gels Side Effects Effectiveness Oral Medications Other Treatment Options Which Is Right for Me? Frequently Asked Questions Bacterial vaginosis (BV)is a common bacterial infection that affects about 30% of women between the ages of 15 and 44. It’s actually the most common vaginal disorder for this age range, and it can occur without symptoms in more than 80% of cases....

Key TakeawaysA March 2021 survey found that 83% of Gen Z youth are concerned about the health of the planet.Concerns about climate change can bring about eco-anxiety, or manifestations of clinical anxiety related to fears about the future of the environment.Mental and physical impacts of climate change serve as motivation to make changes at the policy level, such as going carbon neutral, using renewable energy, and reducing waste. Key Takeaways A March 2021 survey found that 83% of Gen Z youth are concerned about the health of the planet....

Key TakeawaysMany higher-weight adults face size-based discrimination in healthcare settings.Gen Z and millennials are more likely than older generations to feel comfortable asking not to be weighed.Experiencing size-based discrimination can cause people to stop seeking medical treatments. Key Takeaways Many higher-weight adults face size-based discrimination in healthcare settings.Gen Z and millennials are more likely than older generations to feel comfortable asking not to be weighed.Experiencing size-based discrimination can cause people to stop seeking medical treatments....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBiological SexGender & IdentityIdentity & OrientationGender-Affirming CareIntersex CareRespect & Support Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Biological Sex Gender & Identity Identity & Orientation Gender-Affirming Care Intersex Care Respect & Support Sex and gender are related to each other, but they are not the same. The difference between them is: That’s a good start toward understanding gender vs. sex, but there’s far more to it....

Key TakeawaysA record number of bills banning or restricting access to gender-affirming care for young people were passed in 2023.As health providers depart from states with bans, they leave a dearth of care options for trans youth.Cisgender adolescents, including teens with diabetes and cancer patients who need reconstructive surgery, often suffer from health care restrictions, too. Key Takeaways A record number of bills banning or restricting access to gender-affirming care for young people were passed in 2023....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Normal Ranges of Motion By Joint Factors Influencing ROM Limited Range of Motion Types of Exercises Read on to learn more about the ranges of motion that are typically considered normal for various joints throughout the body. Verywell/Laura Porter Mention joints of the body, and most people think of their knees. You have many other joints, some you might not even realize....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGenerativity vs. StagnationLife StagesChallenges in Middle AdulthoodTheory Criticisms Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Generativity vs. Stagnation Life Stages Challenges in Middle Adulthood Theory Criticisms The stage of generativity vs. stagnation is important because it’s when people typically are intent on making a positive impact and creating a lasting legacy. This article will delve into Erikson’s eight life stages while focusing on the seventh stage, examine examples of psychosocial challenges in middle adulthood, and explore the dynamics of embracing generativity while avoiding stagnation....

Key TakeawaysScientists are testing a drug that targets a genetic mutation found in people with especially painful forms of endometriosis.Common treatment options for the disease include pain medication, hormonal therapy and surgery, and experts are hoping epigenetic therapy could be next.By understanding the role of genetic mutations in developing endometriosis, experts believe they can improve the quality of life for many people living with the often excruciating condition.New research has identified a potential genetic mutation found in people with severe forms ofendometriosisin the hopes of stopping the spread of the disease....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGenetic Risk FactorsModifiable Risk FactorsLinked ConditionsManagementFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Genetic Risk Factors Modifiable Risk Factors Linked Conditions Management Frequently Asked Questions High blood pressure, or hypertension, is when the pressure of blood pumping against artery walls is higher than it should be. It’s defined as having a systolic (upper number) blood pressure reading of 130 millimeters of mercury (mmHg) or higher, and/or a diastolic (lower number) blood pressure reading of 80 mmHg or higher....

Key Takeaways The study, called INTERCEPT, was presented at the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium in December. Over a two-year period, the researchers offered genetic testing to 3,000 patients living with different types of cancer.The researchers found that: Non-BRCA Gene Mutations That Raise Breast Cancer Risk “For a patient, knowing about a genetic risk factor can help with prognosis and treatment choice, as it may indicate a patient is more likely to face more aggressive or bilateral disease,“Robert Nussbaum, MD,chief medical officer of Invitae, tells Verywell....