Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesCausesRisk FactorsSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentOutlookPossible ComplicationsSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Causes Risk Factors Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Outlook Possible Complications Seeking Medical Care Sick sinus syndrome (SSS), also known assinus nodedysfunction, describes a group of problems that affect your heart rhythm. It happens when a defect occurs with your sinus node, also known as the sinoatrial node or SA node. Your sinus node controls the pace of your heartbeat....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns of DepressionSerious or Emergency SignsSigns in OthersSigns in FemalesSigns in MalesSigns in Children and TeensTreatmentNext in Depression GuideWhat Causes Depression? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs of Depression Serious or Emergency Signs Signs in Others Signs in Females Signs in Males Signs in Children and Teens Treatment Next in Depression Guide Depression is a common mental disorder that affects about 5% of adults worldwide, with women affected in greater numbers than men....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It WorksHow to ApplySide EffectsContraindicationsEffectivenessHow Expensive Is Silvadene?Frequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Works How to Apply Side Effects Contraindications Effectiveness How Expensive Is Silvadene? Frequently Asked Questions Silvadene cream (silver sulfadiazine) is a prescription-only topical medication for treating and preventingsevere burnwounds. Silvadene contains antimicrobial silver ions bonded with an antibacterial sulfa drug.The combination can effectively stop the growth of bacteria that may infect an open burn wound....

Key TakeawaysHigh-profile athletes such as Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka brought about a shift in the national conversation around mental health.Athletes are susceptible to mental health struggles on various fronts, from depression related to personal failure to anxiety from excessive media attention.Experts say we must use the momentum of this moment to take a more holistic perspective toward athlete health and wellbeing. Key Takeaways High-profile athletes such as Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka brought about a shift in the national conversation around mental health....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPrescriptionsHome RemediesOTC TherapiesProceduresComplementary TreatmentSummaryNext in Sinus Infection GuideWhat Is a Sinus Infection? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Prescriptions Home Remedies OTC Therapies Procedures Complementary Treatment Summary Next in Sinus Infection Guide The treatment for asinus infectiondepends on the type of sinusitis and the source of the inflammation or infection. For example, you might needantibioticsto help clear up a bacterial sinus infection. A short course of steroids like prednisone can help reduce inflammation and may be prescribed if you’ve had surgery or if you have severe symptoms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Sleep Apnea?SymptomsCausesWeight and Sleep ApneaRisk FactorsComplicationsDiagnosisTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Sleep Apnea? Symptoms Causes Weight and Sleep Apnea Risk Factors Complications Diagnosis Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Sleep apnea, also called obstructive sleepapnea, is a medical condition that many people live with. If left untreated, can cause many symptoms and potentially lead to complications such as weight gain, heart disease,diabetes, andmetabolic syndrome....

Obstructive sleep apneais a disorder that causes interrupted breathing during sleep. The temporary episodes decrease airflow and cause a person to wake up from sleep. The diminished airflow can reduce oxygen levels in the bloodstream and, over time, increase the risk of heart disease.This condition is associated with several other medical issues, and it can complicateasthma.D. Sharon Pruitt Pink Sherbet Photography / Moment / Getty ImagesMost people who have OSAsnoreloudly, stop breathing during sleep, and have gasping, choking, gagging, and coughing episodes that wake them up frequently during the night....

Whether you are in your first, second, orthird trimester, or at the beginnings of labor, pregnancy can have profound effects on your ability to sleep. Hormone changes may alter the nature of a pregnant woman’s sleep. Preexisting sleep difficulties may worsen, and new ones may show up with each phase of pregnancy, introducing new challenges. Review how to sleep best in pregnancy, including the role of hormones, possible solutions tosleep problems, and the best positions to relieve back pain andinsomnia....

In an unexpected association, sleep seems to have profound effects on children and their ability to grow normally. But how exactly do sleep problems affect growth hormone release in children? Whatsleep disordersmight predispose a child to being shorter or gaining excess weight? The answers may surprise you and fortunately, effective treatments may lead to a growth spurt. Getty Images Sleep Apnea and Growth Problems As an example of the impacts of sleep disorders on normal growth, it is known thatsleep apnea in childrencan have profound effects on growth....

When you think of the long-term effects of smoking, you often think of lung disease and cancer. However, smoking can adversely affect other aspects of your health including your heart health. When it comes tocholesterol, it is not just about what goes into the stomach; it is also about what goes into the lungs. While it may be easy to understand how smoking can be blamed for conditions like mouth cancer, lung cancer, and emphysema, just how does cigarette smoke cause high cholesterol and heart disease?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsProfessional ScreeningsLabs and TestsAt-Home Testing Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Professional Screenings Labs and Tests At-Home Testing People with this disorder feel anxious or scared in specific or all social situations, such as meeting new people or job interviews, and avoid these situations. This article discusses how social anxiety disorder is assessed and diagnosed. It also explains the social anxiety assessments used in professional screenings, other related tests, and the DSM-5 criteria....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is ASPD?TraitsDiagnosisCausesTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is ASPD? Traits Diagnosis Causes Treatment A sociopath is not the same thing as apsychopath. Although the terms are often used interchangeably in conversation and popular culture, neither is an official diagnosis. Instead, “sociopathy” and “psychopathy” describe a set of traits that fall under the larger umbrella ofantisocial personality disorder (ASPD). This is apersonality disorderin which a person shows little or no regard for right and wrong and largely ignores the rights and feelings of others....

Key Takeaways The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises everyone aged 6 months and older to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect against the potentially severe effects and outcomes of COVID-19 during the upcoming fall and winter seasons. But is it possible to get the latest vaccine while you’re currently infected with COVID-19? If you choose to wait, how soon after recovering from infection should you consider getting vaccinated?...