Key TakeawaysGenetic testing can alert providers to variants, or mutations, that may increase a patient’s risk of breast cancer.As research catches up to genetic testing technology, there are still tens of thousands of “variants of uncertain significance” that haven’t yet been proven to be pathogenic or benign.Withholding genetic testing results means some patients could miss information about their genetic risks. But sharing too much information might lead to confusion and consequential decisions, such as seeking preventive surgeries....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Genitaleczemadescribes a skin condition that causes itchy inflammation and red, sore skin on various parts of the genitals, including the scrotum, penis, perianal area, and vulva. There are ways to get relief at home, such as using a humidifier and avoiding harsh soaps and other products that irritate the skin. If your symptoms don’t clear up on their own, prescription medications are also available....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsWhat Herpes Look LikeWhen to See a ProviderDiagnosisTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms What Herpes Look Like When to See a Provider Diagnosis Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) is the virus most commonly linked togenital herpes, asexually transmitted infection(STI) that causes painful blisters and ulcers on the penis, vagina, or rectum. The virus is passed during intimate sexual contact prior to and following the outbreak of ulcers....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Is Genital Herpes Spread? Symptomatic vs. Asymptomatic Transmission Risk Protection vs. No Protection Transmission Risk How to Reduce the Risk of Transmitting Genital Herpes Summary Frequently Asked Questions This article discusses how genital herpes is spread, the transmission risk, and how to reduce the rate of transmission. Davin G Photography / Getty Images About 12% of people aged 14 to 49 in the United States (around 18 million) have genital herpes....

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 Both pimples and herpes sores can be red, have a discharge, and disappear on their own in a few days. Herpes sores, however, tend to be larger and redder, and they can turn into painful blisters that can break open and take a few weeks to heal....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesAppearanceHPV Without Genital Warts?DiagnosisTreatmentPreventionComplications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Appearance HPV Without Genital Warts? Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Complications Causes of Genital Warts According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were approximately 42 million HPV infections in 2018 with an estimated 13 million new cases. What They Look Like Genital warts are small, flesh-colored, cauliflower-shaped growths. They don’t cause pain or discomfort....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Geographic tongue is a harmless condition affecting the tongue’smucous membrane. It causes discolored bald spots on the tongue’s surface that often appear in island-like patches, making the tongue’s surface look like a map. This condition is also called benignmigratory glossitis. This article explains what geographic tongue is and how to tell if you have it....

Key TakeawaysPresident Trump approved Georgia’s State Relief and Empowerment Waiver, a plan that would allow the state to implement a new healthcare plan.Georgia’s new healthcare proposal would take healthcare plans off of the HealthCare.gov website and push consumers to seek out plans from private insurance brokers, limiting healthcare plan options and causing confusion among consumers.Georgia would be the first state to operate with no government-run website for healthcare plans. Key Takeaways President Trump approved Georgia’s State Relief and Empowerment Waiver, a plan that would allow the state to implement a new healthcare plan....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsTreatmentWhen to Call a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Treatment When to Call a Healthcare Provider Acid refluxcan cause coughing when stomach acid irritates the throat or is breathed in. Studies show that a long-term cough can be a sign ofgastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).When you have GERD, acid from your stomach backs up into youresophagus. Your esophagus is sometimes also called your food pipe....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGERD and LPRSymptomsTriggersTreatmentRisksManaging Flares Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents GERD and LPR Symptoms Triggers Treatment Risks Managing Flares Gastroesophagealreflux disease (GERD) andlaryngopharyngealreflux (LPR) both affect theesophagus(food tube) but in different ways. GERD affects the lower sphincter (muscular ring) in the esophagus, and LPR affects the upper esophageal sphincter. LPR is considered a subtype of GERD. Its symptoms are felt further up in the throat, while GERD symptoms may be felt lower in the chest....

If your asthma is uncontrolled, especially if you are having nighttime symptoms, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may be to blame. As many as 75% of patients with difficult to treat asthma also experience frequent heartburn.GERDis one of the most common conditions that contribute touncontrolled asthma,and you may need to get evaluated. Symptoms of GERD include: Roy Morsch / Corbis / Getty What Your Healthcare Provider Will Do If They Suspect GERD Your asthma provider may choose to order some tests depending on your symptoms, or he may just start a therapeutic trial to see if your uncontrolled asthma symptoms improve....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTreatment OptionsHome & Lifestyle HabitsMedicationsSurgeryEffectivenessDuring an EpisodeManaging Side EffedtsSpecialistsNext in GERD GuideWhat Is GERD? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Treatment Options Home & Lifestyle Habits Medications Surgery Effectiveness During an Episode Managing Side Effedts Specialists Next in GERD Guide Treatments for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) include steps to take at home, dietary changes, over-the-counter (OTC) medications, prescription medications, and surgery. GERD occurs when thelower esophageal sphincter (LES), located at the bottom of theesophagus(food tube), is too loose....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Geriatric Physical Therapy?Stretches and Equipment for SeniorsPhysical Activity TipsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Geriatric Physical Therapy? Stretches and Equipment for Seniors Physical Activity Tips Frequently Asked Questions Physical therapyis particularly important for adults ages 65 and older as muscles and joints tend to lose strength and stability over time. This change can negatively impact older adults' independence in performing daily tasks and movements, like changing positions, standing, walking, and going up and down stairs....