Key TakeawaysOn average, people who are infected with Omicron experience symptoms for a shorter period than those who are infected with prior variants.Vaccination reduces the severity and the duration of symptoms.Some symptoms, like cough and fatigue, may linger for a few weeks after you test negative for COVID-19. Experts say to see a doctor if they last longer. Key Takeaways On average, people who are infected with Omicron experience symptoms for a shorter period than those who are infected with prior variants....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommon Side EffectsLess Common Side EffectsManaging Side EffectsSafety and PrecautionsWho Should Avoid It?InteractionsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Side Effects Less Common Side Effects Managing Side Effects Safety and Precautions Who Should Avoid It? Interactions Frequently Asked Questions Ozempic (semaglutide)is an injectable medication that belongs to theglucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonistdrug class. It is also part of a larger group of diabetes medications calledincretin mimetics....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Plan B and How Does It Work?Side EffectsHow Long Do Plan B Side Effects Last?How to Manage Side EffectsWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Plan B and How Does It Work? Side Effects How Long Do Plan B Side Effects Last? How to Manage Side Effects When to See a Healthcare Provider...

If you have your pupils dilated for an eye exam, they may stay dilated for several hours. Your eye health provider dilates your pupils so they can get a clear view of the internal structures of your eyes, likethe lens,optic nerve, blood vessels, andretina. They will use special eye drops to either stimulate the muscles around the pupil to contract or relax the muscles so that they open. This article will go over why you might need to have your pupils dilated for an eye exam, what to expect, and how long recovery takes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStop ShavingShave DifferentlyMoisturizeUse Hair Removal ProductsApply Natural RemediesUse Medication Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Stop Shaving Shave Differently Moisturize Use Hair Removal Products Apply Natural Remedies Use Medication Razor bumps can last up to three months, but this depends on how prone you are to getting them and whether or not you shave regularly.For some people, they take a long time to go away and can come back quickly....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDo They Live Longer?Height and LifespanLife Expectancy FactorsLiving Longer & Healthier Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Do They Live Longer? Height and Lifespan Life Expectancy Factors Living Longer & Healthier If you are a shorter person, you may have heard plenty of height jokes and received many short memes. But as it turns out, the joke might actually be on tall people....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDrug Half-LifeSteroids for AsthmaSide Effects of Oral SteroidsSide Effects of Inhaled Steroids Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Drug Half-Life Steroids for Asthma Side Effects of Oral Steroids Side Effects of Inhaled Steroids How long steroids forasthmastay in your system depends on the type of drug you are taking. For example, it can differ whether you’re taking an inhaled medication such as Advair (fluticasone and salmeterol) or an oral corticosteroid (e....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsVaccine DurationWhen to Get OneAge GuidelinesOdds of InfectionWarning Signs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Vaccine Duration When to Get One Age Guidelines Odds of Infection Warning Signs A tetanus booster shot is typically recommended every 10 years for continued protection. The first DTaP shot (diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis) is given at 6 weeks to 2 months of age, with three more doses spaced out before 18 months, and a booster between 4 and 6 years....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It WorksDosingHow Long It’s EffectiveSide EffectsSafely Taking CyclobenzaprineHow Effective Is It?Managing Muscle InjuriesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Works Dosing How Long It’s Effective Side Effects Safely Taking Cyclobenzaprine How Effective Is It? Managing Muscle Injuries Frequently Asked Questions Cyclobenzaprineis a generic prescription medication classified as askeletal muscle relaxantormuscle relaxant. It is used along with other measures like rest andphysical therapyto relax the muscles and relieve pain and discomfort due to sprains, strains, and other muscle injuries....

Allergy shots are the most common type of allergyimmunotherapy, treatments to reduce your immune system’s reaction to an allergen.They may be a promising option if you haveallergic asthmaorsymptoms like congestion and a drippy nosethat impact your quality of life. Your healthcare provider can recommend specific allergy shots that may work for you based on testing. Read on to learn about how healthcare providers select specific allergy shots, as well as allergy shot schedules, costs, and side effects....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsComplicationsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderDiagnosisHealing TimeFirst AidTreatmentPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Complications When to See a Healthcare Provider Diagnosis Healing Time First Aid Treatment Prevention Frequently Asked Questions A broken foot, or foot fracture, can affect any of the 26 bones in each foot. Depending on your injury, recovery time for a fractured foot can vary from six weeks to six months....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of ConcussionsDanger SignsReturning to Normal ActivityConcussion ProtocolTips for HealingThings to AvoidFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Concussions Danger Signs Returning to Normal Activity Concussion Protocol Tips for Healing Things to Avoid Frequently Asked Questions Depending on the severity of theconcussion, there is a loss of normal brain function, and the effects from a concussion can last for days, weeks, or longer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen to Get ItFlu SeasonBuilding ImmunityDifferent StrainsOverall Effectiveness Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When to Get It Flu Season Building Immunity Different Strains Overall Effectiveness The annual flu shot protects against influenza for up to six months.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a yearly influenza vaccine for everyone 6 months and older. For most groups, it’s best to get the shot in September or October....