How to Make a Treatment Plan for Diabetes

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMaking a PlanWhat to IncludeChanging the PlanGetting SupportManaging Other Health NeedsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Making a Plan What to Include Changing the Plan Getting Support Managing Other Health Needs Frequently Asked Questions Getting a diagnosis oftype 2 diabetescan be a jarring experience, but learning about the condition and setting realistic treatment goals with your healthcare provider can brighten your outlook....

January 17, 2025 · 14 min · 2868 words · Ashley Stephens

How to Make and Use a Cold Compress

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow to MakeUsesBenefitsRisks and WarningsWarm vs. Cold Compresses Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How to Make Uses Benefits Risks and Warnings Warm vs. Cold Compresses A cold compress is a frozen or chilled material, such as an ice pack or a cooled washcloth. There are different types, including homemade and commercially available products. Cold compresses can be used to manage swelling and inflammation....

January 17, 2025 · 15 min · 3067 words · Kyle Golden

How to Make Living With Ankylosing Spondylitis Easier at Home

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAssistive DevicesIn the BedroomIn the BathroomIn the KitchenIn the Home OfficeHouse-Wide AdjustmentsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Assistive Devices In the Bedroom In the Bathroom In the Kitchen In the Home Office House-Wide Adjustments Frequently Asked Questions Home upgrades and assistive devices can make daily life easier when you haveankylosing spondylitis(AS). These can include canes, walkers, specialized car mirrors, and shower handles....

January 17, 2025 · 10 min · 2107 words · Pamela Miller

How to Make Waking Up Easier in the Morning

The goal of a good night’s sleep is to wake up in the morning feeling refreshed and ready to start your day. Unfortunately, due to a variety of factors, many people struggle withsleep inertia, which makes you want to go back to sleep. Here are seven things you can do towake up easierand feel refreshed. 1:22Click Play for Tips to Wake Up Easier in the Morning 1:22 Click Play for Tips to Wake Up Easier in the Morning Put Your Alarm Clock Out of Reach Even from the deepeststages of sleep, an alarm clock will pull you back to consciousness....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1342 words · Kevin Walters

How to Make Your Ears Pop When You've Tried Everything

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow to Pop Your EarsWhy Your Ears Won’t PopWhen to See a ProviderPreventing Blocked Ears Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How to Pop Your Ears Why Your Ears Won’t Pop When to See a Provider Preventing Blocked Ears There are many ways to relieve pressure in your ears. Swallowing,yawning, sucking on hard candy, or chewing gum can make your ears pop. These remedies are generally safe if your ears get blocked while at a high altitude or flying in an airplane....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1610 words · Jordan Cole

How to Make Your Humira Injection Less Painful

Injection technique, how relaxed you are, and the temperature of the medicine are some of the variables that can reduce the amount of burning and stinging you feel after a Humira injection. adrian825 / Getty Images Humira Injection Pain Relief and Prevention Humira (adalimumab)is a biologic medication. Biologic medications have changed how autoimmune conditions are treated, often providing more effective management of diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, orinflammatory bowel disease (IBD)....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1334 words · Courtney Brewer

How to Make Your Own Disinfectant Bleach Solution

Household chlorine bleach is a powerful disinfectant (chemical cleaner that destroys harmful bacteria) that is cheap, easy to find, and strong enough to kill dangerous germs. Keeping a clean home is important for any family, but it’s especially important for people withautoimmune conditionsor other health problems likecystic fibrosis. Before you start using bleach everywhere, it’s important to know that bleach can burn your skin and give off dangerous fumes.That’s why it’s important to dilute (water down) your bleach....

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 891 words · Willie Powell

How to Make Your Period Come Faster

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHormonal Birth ControlVitamin CEmmenagoguesPapaya and PineappleStress ManagementHave SexExerciseStaying Safe Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hormonal Birth Control Vitamin C Emmenagogues Papaya and Pineapple Stress Management Have Sex Exercise Staying Safe There is no guaranteed method to make your period come faster, but hormonal birth control is the most reliable way to manipulatemenstrual periodsin people who seek to. Some natural remedies and lifestyle changes also may help, although the research evidence is limited for claims about certain foods, exercise, or having sex....

January 17, 2025 · 14 min · 2890 words · Michael Graham

How to Manage 10 Common Crohn’s Disease Triggers

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommon TriggersManaging FlaresPrevention TipsWhen to Contact a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Triggers Managing Flares Prevention Tips When to Contact a Provider Morsa Images / Getty Images 1. Stress The vagus nerve connects the brain and gut. This connection allows signals to travel between your brain and nervous system and gut (the gastrointestinal, or GI, tract) in both directions. When psychological factors like stress affect your brain, they can also impact your digestive health....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1877 words · Richard Jones

How to Manage a Mild Case of COVID-19 at Home

Key TakeawaysYou can manage a mild case of COVID-19 at home with rest, hydration, and over-the-counter medication.To avoid spreading the virus to other members of your household, isolate yourself in a separate room and use a separate bathroom if you can.Monitor your symptoms and keep track of whether your condition is getting better or worse each day. Key Takeaways You can manage a mild case of COVID-19 at home with rest, hydration, and over-the-counter medication....

January 17, 2025 · 10 min · 2055 words · Benjamin Johnson

How to Manage a Sensitive Stomach

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesSoothing Your StomachFoods to EatFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Soothing Your Stomach Foods to Eat Frequently Asked Questions Everyone experiencesstomach discomfortfrom time to time. However, if you frequently feel unwell after eating, you may have a sensitive stomach. A sensitive stomach can cause unpleasant symptoms such asbloating, abdominal pain, ordiarrheaafter eating. This article discusses the causes of a sensitive stomach and how to resolve your digestive issues....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1154 words · Robin Moon

How to Manage Adjustment Disorder

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesRisks FactorsComplicationsDiagnosisTypesTreatmentPreventionCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Risks Factors Complications Diagnosis Types Treatment Prevention Coping There are several different types of adjustment disorder, such as adjustment disorder with anxiety and adjustment disorder with depressed mood. While AD is a common disorder, there is a lack of quality research, clarity in diagnostic criteria, and consensus among researchers and mental health professionals....

January 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2342 words · Michelle Mason

How to Manage Breast Pain During Pregnancy

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsBreast Pain ReliefStages of Breast PainHow Long Does It Last? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Breast Pain Relief Stages of Breast Pain How Long Does It Last? Breast pain during pregnancy occurs due to hormonal changes as your body prepares to produce milk. Breasts that feel tender, heavy, tingly, or even sore are common, while the nipples may hurt the most—or at least be the most sensitive....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1364 words · Scott Gonzalez