Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsRare SymptomsComplicationsWhen to Seek CareNext in Hemorrhoids GuideCauses and Risks Factors of Hemorrhoids Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Rare Symptoms Complications When to Seek Care Next in Hemorrhoids Guide For most people, the signs and symptoms ofhemorrhoids—itchiness, swelling, and discomfort—are mild and respond to home remedies and lifestyle changes. Less commonly, hemorrhoid signs and symptoms will be severe enough that they require treatment from a physician....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTreatmentDiagnosisWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment Diagnosis When to See a Healthcare Provider Hemosiderinis a protein compound that helps the body store iron. Too much built up beneath the skin can lead to staining or skin discoloration, known as hemosiderin staining or deposition, or hemosiderin hyperpigmentation. This article discusses the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for hemosiderin staining....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsConnection to Birth ControlTestingTreatmentSurgery RecoveryStatistics on Recurrence Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Connection to Birth Control Testing Treatment Surgery Recovery Statistics on Recurrence Hepatic adenoma is an uncommon type of non-cancerous tumor that forms in the liver, usually occurring in younger women with a history of oral birth control use.People often find out they have one when they get imaging tests like ultrasounds, magnetic resonance imaging scans (MRIs), or computed tomography (CT) scans for other health reasons....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTransmissionRisk FactorsDiagnosisTreatmentPreventionFAQs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Transmission Risk Factors Diagnosis Treatment Prevention FAQs A viralhepatitisinfection is an inflammation of the liver, resulting in liver damage. There are different types of hepatitis viruses, includinghepatitis B(HBV) andhepatitis C(HCV), which are distinct viruses that share some similarities. Though both viral strains can be transmitted through contact with infected blood, HBV can also be spread through other bodily fluids....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHCV Skin SymptomsRelated Skin ProblemsSkin Signs of Liver DamageTreatmentFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Hepatitis C GuideHepatitis C Treatment Costs: What to Expect Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents HCV Skin Symptoms Related Skin Problems Skin Signs of Liver Damage Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Next in Hepatitis C Guide Although hepatitis C is usuallyasymptomatic(without symptoms) until liver damage is advanced, one in six people will develop at least one skin symptom during the course of the infection....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTreatmentWhat to ExpectGetting Help With CostsFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Hepatitis C GuideHow Hepatitis C Is Transmitted (and How It Isn’t) Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Treatment What to Expect Getting Help With Costs Frequently Asked Questions Next in Hepatitis C Guide Prior to the introduction of a new class of drugs calleddirect-acting antivirals (DAAs)in 2013, hepatitis C was very difficult to treat....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesUsesBefore UseDosageSide EffectsWarningsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Uses Before Use Dosage Side Effects Warnings Frequently Asked Questions There are two hepatitis vaccines that can help prevent hepatitis A andBinfections.A third vaccine, developed for hepatitis E, is only permitted for use in China.This article discusses the types of hepatitis that can be prevented with a vaccine and what you need to know before getting one....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHER2-Low Targeted TherapyHow Precision Treatment WorksOther Breast Cancer TreatmentsRisks and Side EffectsImpact on Outcomes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents HER2-Low Targeted Therapy How Precision Treatment Works Other Breast Cancer Treatments Risks and Side Effects Impact on Outcomes For those with breast cancer,human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) statusis an important classification that allows for targeted treatment. HER2 is a protein associated with normal cell growth found in some breast tumors....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEchinaceaAsian GinsengLicorice RootAstragalus RootGingerRed SageThymeCurcumin Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Echinacea Asian Ginseng Licorice Root Astragalus Root Ginger Red Sage Thyme Curcumin Ginger,echinacea, andcurcuminare just a few of the herbs that you may hear about when looking intonatural remediesforchronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)or other respiratory conditions. Many of these herbs have received support in traditional medicine, and anecdotally, but there is limited scientific evidence to support their use....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsFormsSide Effects and Interactions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Forms Side Effects and Interactions Marshmallow root is a mostly perennial herb of theMalvaceaeplant family used for centuries as an herbal remedy. The most-studied benefits of marshmallow root have been in treating respiratory and digestive tract symptoms, and in skin health and wound repair. Some studies identify antioxidant and antibacterial properties, but marshmallow root also may pose risks due to interaction with diuretics and other drugs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOils for InflammationHerbs and Oils for UCHow to UseGetting ReliefFacts and Figures Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Oils for Inflammation Herbs and Oils for UC How to Use Getting Relief Facts and Figures Some essential oils, including ginger, lavender, and turmeric, may help relieve inflammation from ulcerative colitis (UC). Many people with UC use at-home remedies such as herbs or essential oils in conjunction with traditional medications to manage the condition....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhite Willow BarkBoswelliaDevil’s ClawBromelainTurmericGinger Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents White Willow Bark Boswellia Devil’s Claw Bromelain Turmeric Ginger If you are living with pain, addingherbsto your regimen may help to ease your discomfort, especially when combined with regular exercise, diet, andrelaxation techniques. Inflammation is at the root of many pain-causing conditions such asarthritis,back pain, andtendonitis. Long-term inflammation puts you at risk factor for chronic diseases like cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHerbs for GoutOther Remedies for GoutFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Herbs for Gout Other Remedies for Gout Frequently Asked Questions A combination of medications, diet changes, and exercise adjustments are usually used to help managegoutandprevent flare-ups. However, there are several herbs that many people find helpful when treating gout symptoms.This article reviews some of the herbs commonly used in gout treatment....