Ghrelin: Your Brain, Gut, and Hunger Hormones

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIts Main FunctionUnderstanding Ghrelin LevelsReducing GhrelinGhrelin FluctuationsHigh Levels and Hunger Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Its Main Function Understanding Ghrelin Levels Reducing Ghrelin Ghrelin Fluctuations High Levels and Hunger Ghrelin, also known as the hunger hormone, increases appetite and supports other body functions. The stomach releases ghrelin and sends a signal to an area of the brain called thehypothalamus. Reducing ghrelin may reducehungerand appetite....

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 876 words · Corey Flores

Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome: A Common Childhood Rash

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsAppearanceDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Appearance Diagnosis Treatment Gianotti-Crosti syndrome, also known as papular acrodermatitis of childhood, is askin rashthat typically affects infants and young children. In addition to a rash on the arms, legs, buttocks, and face, Gianotti-Crosti syndrome may cause flu-like symptoms and a general feeling of malaise. This article covers everything readers need to know about the condition....

January 17, 2025 · 4 min · 734 words · Meghan West

Giant Hogweed Burns: How to Avoid the Plant and Treat the Reaction

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAppearanceBurnsSymptomsIf You Touch ItIf You See ItSimilar Plants Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Appearance Burns Symptoms If You Touch It If You See It Similar Plants Giant hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum), also known as giant cow parsley, is a plant in the carrot family.People who touch its sap may develop giant hogweed burns, which can cause skin-related symptoms like inflammation and severe redness....

January 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2190 words · Jennifer Carroll

Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis Overview

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Giant papillary conjunctivitis, commonly referred to as GPC, is a condition in which the inner lining of theeyelid(known as the palpebralconjunctiva) becomes inflamed and develops small bumps. These small bumps—known aspapillae—often form in response to wearing contact lenses or other chronic irritation. In GPC, the bumps grow and combine, forming very large bumps that sometimes resemble a cobblestone appearance....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1068 words · Aaron Miller

Gift Ideas for People With Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain

It helps to know what kinds of issues people with these conditions face, and there are likely more than you realize. Here are 10 gift ideas and whether or not they’re appropriate for the person you’re shopping for. 1Warming Products: Likely Win!JovanaT/Getty ImagesMany people with these conditions are cold a lot of the time and have a hard time warming up when they get chilled.These days, you can find a lot of things that heat up—blankets, slippers, scarves, and more....

January 17, 2025 · 15 min · 3154 words · Jennifer Beck

Gilbert Syndrome—An Overview

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Coping Gilbert syndrome is the most well-known name for this condition, but it may also be referred to as: Bilirubin becomes elevated in people with Gilbert syndrome because they have an insufficient amount of a certain liver enzyme that’s necessary to remove it from the body. Many people with Gilbert syndrome will be asymptomatic, meaning they have no noticeable signs of the condition....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1530 words · Jillian Green

Ginger for Nausea Relief

Ginger, a flavorful root used in many different cuisines, has long been a popular remedy for nausea, a type of stomach upset that often results from morning sickness,motion sickness,chemotherapy, food poisoning,migraines, and the use of certain medications. It is particularly popular in traditional Asian and Arabic medicines. Many people use ginger supplements when treating nausea, although fresh, dried, and crystallized ginger may also help soothe nausea when consumed as foods or spices....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1130 words · Nichole Lee

Gingivitis Causes and How to Treat It

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentComplicationsPreventionWhen to See a DentistPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Complications Prevention When to See a Dentist Prognosis Studies suggest that between 20% and 50% of people worldwide have gum disease.It is important to recognize the signs and symptoms of gingivitis and to seek treatment to protect your teeth and overall health. The article details the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of gingivitis and what you can do to avoid this all-too-common form of gum disease....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1551 words · Jessica Dean

Gingivostomatitis: Overview and More

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentFAQs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment FAQs This article discusses gingivostomatitis symptoms, causes, and treatment. Jose Luis Pelaez Inc / Getty Images Gingivostomatitis Symptoms When a person develops gingivostomatitis, they can develop symptoms on the tongue, lips, inside of the mouth, and gums. That said, the majority of children that have the condition will not present with any symptoms....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1216 words · Cynthia Olsen

Ginkgo Biloba: Benefits, Side Effects, and Dosage

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageSimilar Supplements Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Side Effects Precautions Dosage Similar Supplements Ginkgo biloba benefits have been claimed for centuries, with health treatments meant to help improve cognitive function and treat asthma, bronchitis, and kidney and bladder disorders. Studies suggest that it acts on blood vessels to improve blood flow, with some evidence that related ginkgo biloba benefits may include eye health, heart health, and more....

January 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2219 words · Gary Benson

Giving Low-income Families Cash Aid Changed Brain Activity in Babies

Key TakeawaysA new study provided low-income mothers with cash stipends for the first year of their children’s lives.Researchers found that children whose mothers received higher sums of cash aid had faster-paced brain activity in key areas.Researchers hope this study informs policy decisions and provides insight into how aid impacts children’s cognitive brain development and overall health. Key Takeaways A new study provided low-income mothers with cash stipends for the first year of their children’s lives....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1101 words · Alicia Morgan

Glaucoma Surgery: What You Need to Know for Treatment Success

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of Glaucoma SurgeryWho Needs Glaucoma Surgery?PreparationRecoveryRisks and ComplicationsPreventionAlternatives Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Glaucoma Surgery Who Needs Glaucoma Surgery? Preparation Recovery Risks and Complications Prevention Alternatives Various conditions can causeglaucomaand require differenttreatment approaches. Surgery can target this serious eye condition in various ways. In glaucoma, highintraocular (inside the eye) pressurethreatens theoptic nerve, which transmits visual information from the eye to the brain....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1530 words · Angela Delgado

Gleason Score 6 Prostate Cancer: What It Means

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGleason ScoreCharacteristicsMonitoring/TreatmentWhen Your Score Increases Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Gleason Score Characteristics Monitoring/Treatment When Your Score Increases Gleason score 6 is the lowest grade of prostate cancer. This rating means that the prostate cancer is considered to be low- or very low-risk disease, or group 1.Most of these tumors are found during routine prostate cancer screenings. Gleason 6 prostate tumors grow slowly and may never cause a problem—or even need treatment....

January 17, 2025 · 14 min · 2806 words · Joshua Lowe