Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSelf-ChecksLabs and TestsImagingDifferential DiagnosesFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Peyronie’s Disease GuideHow Peyronie’s Disease Is Treated Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Self-Checks Labs and Tests Imaging Differential Diagnoses Frequently Asked Questions Next in Peyronie’s Disease Guide Initial diagnosis ofPeyronie’s diseasemay be based on self-report of curvature of the penis and/or pain with erection. The healthcare provider may also ask questions about other symptoms or use a structured questionnaire designed for men who may have Peyronie’s disease....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSurgeries and ProceduresOver-the-Counter TherapiesPrescriptionsHome Remedies and LifestyleFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Peyronie’s Disease GuideWhat Is Peyronie’s Disease? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Surgeries and Procedures Over-the-Counter Therapies Prescriptions Home Remedies and Lifestyle Frequently Asked Questions Next in Peyronie’s Disease Guide Peyronie’s diseaseis a condition where the penis becomes curved due to the buildup of fibrous scar tissue. Historically, surgery has been the most effective form of treatment for Peyronie’s disease....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsProfessional Screenings for PhobiaDetermining Phobia SubtypesDifferential Diagnosis of PhobiasLabs and TestsSelf/At-Home Testing for Phobia Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Professional Screenings for Phobia Determining Phobia Subtypes Differential Diagnosis of Phobias Labs and Tests Self/At-Home Testing for Phobia A mental health provider uses criteria in theDiagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders(DSM–5) to diagnose a phobia.People diagnosed with aspecific phobiahave excessive and persistent fear and/or avoidance of specific objects or situations....

TheraBand Loops are thick elastic bands that provide a way to strengthenmusclesat home. By using the resistance that Therabands provide, muscles can be strengthened easily.TheraBand resistance bands are made of latex rubber, but there are non-latex varieties available for those people who are allergic to latex.If you have an injury or illness that results in problems with functional mobility, your physical therapist will likely prescribe specific exercises for you. Some of these exercises may be prescribed as part of a home exercise program, and TheraBand (or other brands of resistance bands) may be used to perform these exercises....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHome RemediesOver-the-Counter (OTC) TherapiesPrescriptionsEmergency CareFAQNext in Pink Eye GuideWhat Is Conjunctivitis? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Home Remedies Over-the-Counter (OTC) Therapies Prescriptions Emergency Care FAQ Next in Pink Eye Guide Mild conjunctivitis, while uncomfortable, may resolve on its own. Other cases may require antibiotics to treat a bacterial infection, topical steroids to reduce inflammation, and supportive therapies (such as cold compresses and artificial tears) to help alleviate the pain and discomfort....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHome RemediesOTC TherapiesSurgeries and ProceduresCAM Therapies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Home Remedies OTC Therapies Surgeries and Procedures CAM Therapies While someplantar wartsgo away on their own, others may require treatment.Dermatologists(doctors specializing in treating skin conditions) can freeze, burn, or surgically remove warts in their office. Laser treatment, injections, and chemicals may be necessary for stubborn warts. However, some people find that over-the-counter (OTC) treatments and home remedies work well for smaller warts....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDiagnosing Plaque PsoriasisSelf-ChecksMedical HistoryPhysical ExaminationLabs and TestsDetermining SeverityDifferential DiagnosisSummaryNext in Plaque Psoriasis GuideChronic Plaque Psoriasis: Prescription Treatments and Home Remedies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Diagnosing Plaque Psoriasis Self-Checks Medical History Physical Examination Labs and Tests Determining Severity Differential Diagnosis Summary Next in Plaque Psoriasis Guide In some cases, your provider may take a biopsy (small skin sample) and look at it under the microscope to verify your diagnosis and rule out other skin conditions....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPhysical ExaminationLabs and TestsImagingDifferential DiagnosisFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Pneumonia GuideHow Pneumonia Is Treated Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Physical Examination Labs and Tests Imaging Differential Diagnosis Frequently Asked Questions Next in Pneumonia Guide Pneumoniaaffects millions of people every year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 400,000 people require evaluation and treatment in an emergency department and more than 50,000 people die from the disease....

Key TakeawaysPooled testing allows for several COVID-19 samples to be tested at once, saving time and resources.It’s a strategy used to keep schools safe for in-person learning and will likely become a return-to-work safety measure.Pooled testing works well as a surveillance measure in populations where there’s a low prevalence of COVID-19.It may become an increasingly popular testing strategy, even as more people become vaccinated for COVID-19. Key Takeaways Pooled testing allows for several COVID-19 samples to be tested at once, saving time and resources....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Potassium?Potassium and Heart HealthDietary SourcesWhen to Seek HelpFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Potassium? Potassium and Heart Health Dietary Sources When to Seek Help Frequently Asked Questions Potassium is an important mineral for sustaining life, but there is such a thing as “too much of a good thing.” Learn the function of potassium in the body, why potassium homeostasis is key for heart health, and the different levels of potassium in food....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSelf-ChecksPhysical ExaminationLabs and TestsDifferential DiagnosesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Self-Checks Physical Examination Labs and Tests Differential Diagnoses Frequently Asked Questions Even though prediabetes is a common condition, most affected people are unaware they have it because there are often no apparent symptoms. Nevertheless, since prediabetes is a stepping stone to diabetes and serious complications, getting screened is essential if you are at risk....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSelf-ChecksMedical HistoryLabs and TestsDifferential DiagnosesFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Premenstrual dysphoric disorder GuideWhat Is Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Self-Checks Medical History Labs and Tests Differential Diagnoses Frequently Asked Questions Next in Premenstrual dysphoric disorder Guide Premenstrual dysphoric disorder(PMDD) diagnosis is complex. There is no blood or imaging test for it, so healthcare providers must rely on patients' self-reported symptoms, such as depression, anxiety, and other mood swings....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It Affects YouCan It Make Me Sick?CausesDo You Have It?Other SymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentComplicationsLife ExpectancyCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Affects You Can It Make Me Sick? Causes Do You Have It? Other Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications Life Expectancy Coping Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) is a rare genetic disease that damages the cilia, the hairlike structures that protect your lungs and other tissues....