Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Nasal Polyps?SymptomsCommon CausesPhysical Examination Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Nasal Polyps? Symptoms Common Causes Physical Examination Noncancerous growths inside the nasal cavity and/or sinuses, called nasal polyps, often don’t have symptoms—and when they do, the symptoms are very similar to those associated with colds, allergies, and sinus infections. While it’s not possible to self-diagnose nasal polyps, healthcare providers are able to perform a few different tests to help determine if a person has nasal polyps....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPrescriptionsOTC TherapiesSurgeryHome RemediesNext in Nasal Polyps GuideWhat Are Nasal Polyps? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Prescriptions OTC Therapies Surgery Home Remedies Next in Nasal Polyps Guide Nasal polypsare soft, swollen, abnormal, sac-like growths that line the inside of a person’s nose or sinuses. Treatment may include medications to shrink them or managesymptomslike nasal congestion and sinus pressure. If this doesn’t help, surgery to remove them may be recommended....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPurposeParts and InstructionsPrescriptionMaintenance Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose Parts and Instructions Prescription Maintenance There are many ways to take medication, but inhaled treatments are the most direct way to get to the lungs. If you have a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition likeasthmaorchronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)—or even an acute (short-term) illness like bronchitis—you may be prescribed a nebulizer. These devices provide aerosolized treatments, which turn liquid medication into an inhaled mist, delivering high concentrations of medication directly to the lungs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNeedle BenefitsNeedle SizesReducing Pain Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Needle Benefits Needle Sizes Reducing Pain Studies have found short, thin needles deliverinsulinas effectively as longer, thicker ones and may be more comfortable to use.Your healthcare provider can help you make an informed decision about whether using a different needle is an option for you and which size to switch to. Choosing the Right Needle For Your Injections...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Neurotherapy?Who Neurotherapy HelpsProcessTypesOutcomesWarningsProviders Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Neurotherapy? Who Neurotherapy Helps Process Types Outcomes Warnings Providers Neurotherapy technology and methods aren’t set in stone. Because neurotechnology is constantly evolving and still experimental, treatments and procedures are also ever-changing. Read on to learn more about this therapeutic technique, the conditions it treats, and warnings. William Taufic / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTreatmentRelated Conditions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment Related Conditions Nodular acne is the mostsevere typeof inflammatory acne. It causes solid, painful bumps deep within the skin that require professional treatment. Even with treatment, the nodules can last for weeks or months and often scar. Over-the-counter (OTC) acne productsand home remedies won’t work on this type of acne because of how stubborn and far down in the skin the nodules are....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDiet and LifestyleOTC TreatmentPrescriptionsNext in Gluten Sensitivity GuideWhat Is Gluten Sensitivity? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Diet and Lifestyle OTC Treatment Prescriptions Next in Gluten Sensitivity Guide You can’t cure or reverse gluten intolerance, but that doesn’t mean you can’t treat it. Gluten intolerance, orgluten sensitivity, is a common problem involving an adverse reaction to gluten—a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye....

Key TakeawaysNursing home staff members are doing more to combat loneliness and encourage resident engagement during the COVID-19 pandemic.Isolation and loneliness are also issues for older adults living at home, as many community centers have been forced to close and they may not be able to visit with family and friends.The holidays and increased restrictions are making it harder for residents to connect with others. People can do simple things to help residents feel more connected, like writing letters or making phone calls....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsObesity and BreathingTreatment OptionsDiagnostic Sleep StudyLifestyle Measures Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Obesity and Breathing Treatment Options Diagnostic Sleep Study Lifestyle Measures There is a strong link between obesity and breathing problems during sleep, including conditions like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS). While sleep-disordered breathing issues can affect anyone, the prevalence of sleep problems among people with obesity is double that of the general population....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsConnectionCan Obesity Cause Hypertension?Obesity-Induced HypertensionTreatmentIn ChildrenPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Connection Can Obesity Cause Hypertension? Obesity-Induced Hypertension Treatment In Children Prevention Obesity is a medical condition that can present a range of health complications, including high blood pressure (hypertension). Excess weight increases the heart’s workload, straining the heart and leading to problems like high blood pressure. A higher body mass index (BMI) is becoming more common, and severe obesity—defined as a BMI of 40 or greater—has more than doubled over the past 20 years....

Obesity is one of the factors that can contribute to aherniated disc. There are several reasons for this. Carrying extra weight can lead to pressure on the intervertebral discs, and it can also affect your posture and how you position your spine. Researchers suggest that there might be other factors at play too, such as inflammation or metabolic changes associated with obesity. If you’re overweight, weight loss can often help prevent a herniated disc from occurring, and it can even help resolve a herniated disc in some cases....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSelf-Checks/At-Home TestingLabs and TestsDifferential DiagnosisFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Obesity GuideWhat Is Obesity Treatment Like? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Self-Checks/At-Home Testing Labs and Tests Differential Diagnosis Frequently Asked Questions Next in Obesity Guide Diagnosingobesityinvolves much more than simply stepping onto a scale. In fact, a thorough evaluation of a person’s weight status is a complex procedure that involves taking into consideration many factors and the use of various tools and diagnostic tests:body mass index(BMI), waist circumference measurement, physical exams, and lab tests to check for comorbidities....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAt-Home OCD TestingProfessional ScreeningsDiagnostic Criteria for OCDDifferential Diagnosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents At-Home OCD Testing Professional Screenings Diagnostic Criteria for OCD Differential Diagnosis No blood test or imaging study can diagnoseobsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). While there are online assessments and checklists for OCD symptoms, you should not use these tools to try to diagnose yourself. Only a healthcare provider (like your primary care provider) or a mental health professional can determine if you have OCD....