Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Blood Is DrawnPain-Free Blood Draw TipsHow to Improve Your Veins Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Blood Is Drawn Pain-Free Blood Draw Tips How to Improve Your Veins Getting blood drawn may hurt for some people. However, in the hands of a skilledphlebotomistor nurse, a blood draw shouldn’t be painful, though you may experience some brief discomfort. Regardless of whether having your blood drawn is no big deal or a major issue for you, some quick preparation for your blood draw can make the process much easier....

Letizia Le Fur / Getty Images Binge eating disorderoften occurs alongside PCOS. People living with obesity are especially prone to a high level of food cravings, as compared with those with PCOS who are lean or have overweight. Lifestyle treatment for those living with obesity and PCOS includes a weight loss diet, which becomes even more of a challenge when you are prone to food cravings.Here are seven tips to prevent food cravings:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPrinciplesTypesSide EffectsSafety Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Principles Types Side Effects Safety Even so, there are risks associated with the use of Chinese herbs, including the risk of liver toxicity from imported and unregulated TCM drugs. BSIP / Getty Images Principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine for Psoriasis Psoriasis is anautoimmune diseasein which the body’s immune system attacks skin cells, increasing the rate ofcellular turnover(the process of producing new skin cells to replace old ones)....

Dupuytren’s contractureis the curling of the fingers that occurs as a result of Dupuytren’s disease, a problem with unregulatedcollagenformation in the palm of the hand and fingers. The excess collagen formation causes firm collections, called nodules, and string-like collections called cords. It is these cords that pull the fingers down to the palm and prevent the complete straightening of the fingers. 1 Observation PeopleImages / Getty Images 2Stretching and InjectionsGerard Brown / Getty ImagesThere used to be a time when healthcare providers recommended stretching, splinting, and injecting cortisone into Dupuytren’s tissue....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRestSplintingHand and Finger ExercisesHeat TherapyMassageAdaptive ToolsOTC MedicationsDoes It Go Away?Is Surgery Needed?Prevention Exercises Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Rest Splinting Hand and Finger Exercises Heat Therapy Massage Adaptive Tools OTC Medications Does It Go Away? Is Surgery Needed? Prevention Exercises Trigger finger can limit finger movement and make it difficult to straighten and bend the affected finger. This condition results from inflammation of thetendonsthat flex the fingers, causing pain and tenderness....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefits in WomenOther BenefitsEgg Preservation & FertilityWho Should Avoid Turmeric?How Much to Take?Best Forms Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits in Women Other Benefits Egg Preservation & Fertility Who Should Avoid Turmeric? How Much to Take? Best Forms A daily dose of turmeric may offer benefits to women with reproductive disorders such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), in addition to benefiting various conditions such as arthritis, depression, and skin health....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTeeth WhiteningDental VeneersDental ImplantsDental CrownsTooth ContouringTooth BondinOrthodontic Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Teeth Whitening Dental Veneers Dental Implants Dental Crowns Tooth Contouring Tooth Bondin Orthodontic Treatment Cosmetic dentistry is dental care that improves the appearance of your teeth and smile. A cosmetic dentist can whiten your teeth, straighten them, or improve their shape. They can also replace missing teeth and repair chips....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsComparison of Pain RelieversTylenol (Acetaminophen)OTC NSAIDsPrescription NSAIDsCorticosteroidsDMARDsOpioidsAntidepressantsOther Options Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Comparison of Pain Relievers Tylenol (Acetaminophen) OTC NSAIDs Prescription NSAIDs Corticosteroids DMARDs Opioids Antidepressants Other Options There is a wide availability of medications forjoint pain, ranging from the first-line approach of over-the-counter (OTC) medications to second-line prescription drugs such as corticosteroids and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). Prescription medications are used when OTC options are not alleviating the symptoms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRadialLongitudinalHorizontalBucket HandleFlapRampComplexTear LocationsRecovery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Radial Longitudinal Horizontal Bucket Handle Flap Ramp Complex Tear Locations Recovery Types ofmeniscustears include radial, horizontal, flap, complex, and bucket-handle. All can compromise the knee, where this C-shaped cartilage is found. The part of the meniscus these tears affect, the patterns they exhibit, and their complexity differ, however. Treatment for meniscus tear depends on the type, and factors such as a person’s age and the cause....

Key TakeawaysModeration and careful consideration of food labels are important for managing diabetes during Halloween.The timing of candy consumption matters, as does the frequency of checking blood sugar levels.Dietitians suggest eating treats that have more substance than pure sugar, like candy with nuts. Key Takeaways Moderation and careful consideration of food labels are important for managing diabetes during Halloween.The timing of candy consumption matters, as does the frequency of checking blood sugar levels....

Key TakeawaysHangovers happen if you drink more alcohol than your body can tolerate. The symptoms include fatigue, poor sleep, nausea, headache, and excessive thirst.While there is no magic cure for a hangover, there are some potential remedies that are a low-risk way to minimize your symptoms or make it less likely that you’ll get a hangover. Key Takeaways Hangovers happen if you drink more alcohol than your body can tolerate. The symptoms include fatigue, poor sleep, nausea, headache, and excessive thirst....

Do you want to visit the dentist and get a clean bill of health each time? Learning how to prevent cavities will go a long way towards ensuring you don’t need to come back and get a filling. The tooth decay that leads to cavities occurs when the bacteria in your mouth form a sticky plaque on your teeth. 1:36Watch Now: 7 Tips for Preventing Cavities 1:36 Watch Now: 7 Tips for Preventing Cavities 1Brush Your TeethJGI/Tom Gril/Getty ImagesIn the fight against cavities, it is essential that youbrush your teeth properlyat least twice a day with atoothpaste containing fluoride....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCompression SocksEpsom SaltsDiet and SupplementsElevationMassageWaterLifestyle ChangesWhen to Seek CareCauses Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Compression Socks Epsom Salts Diet and Supplements Elevation Massage Water Lifestyle Changes When to Seek Care Causes If your shoes are too tight and your swollen ankles are stiff, there are lifestyle changes you can make, too, like losing weight and limiting salt intake. Some causes of swollen feet can be more serious, such aspregnancy, heart failure, or side effects of medication....