Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat to Do During the DayWhat to Do During the EveningWhat to Do Right Before BedWhen to Seek Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What to Do During the Day What to Do During the Evening What to Do Right Before Bed When to Seek Medical Care Nasal congestionoccurs when the tissues lining your nose swell up. This can happen for many reasons, including thecommon cold,allergies, orsinus infection....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPain Causes and TypesSymptomsTreatmentWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Pain Causes and Types Symptoms Treatment When to See a Provider Cyclic mastalgia is most common in females 30 to 50 years old.Hormonal therapy, over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers, and heating pads are just some of the ways to deal with this common premenstrual symptom. The article describes the causes of cyclic mastalgia and offers tips on how to reduce breast pain before periods....

Continuous positive airway pressure(CPAP) is a highly effective treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. But you can expect someside effects. One of the most common complaints is CPAP-related gas. As excess air enters the stomach, it can lead to burping, belching, farting, and bloating. This article will explain how to treat these symptoms and what you can do to reduce the amount of air you swallow in the first place. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin....

People who are diagnosed with food allergies need to avoid eating the foods that trigger their symptoms. However, simply avoiding those allergenic foods often isn’t enough to eliminate symptoms—that’s where cross-contamination comes in. Raphye Alexius / Getty Images Cross-contamination occurs when a food allergen contaminates a food that is naturally free of allergens. For example, during food preparation in the kitchen, bread crumbs from a regular slice of toast may be left behind in a toaster....

Let’s face it: Nobody likes getting injections and doing it yourself can be even tougher. The fear of pain and the sight of aneedle, no matter how small, can be intimidating for many people.If you are undergoing treatment for infertility, you will likely have to give yourself daily injections. With some prior knowledge and practice, your daily injections can be made a lot easier.This article offers five tips to reduce the pain associated with at-home fertility injections....

Waking up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom is not a good experience. Once you get to sleep, the last thing you need is a full bladder waking you up. For some people, these awakenings may even make it difficult to fall back asleep, and this may be a symptom ofinsomnia. How can you decrease the need to urinate at night? Fortunately, there are a few changes that you can make that will help you to stay asleep and, if you do awaken, fall back asleep more easily....

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) affects most menstruating people to some extent at some time during their reproductive years. While most people think of PMS as only causing mood changes, symptoms can range from mental to physical. Common symptoms of PMS include mood changes, depression, irritable behavior, food cravings, bloating,breast tenderness, fatigue, cramping, acne, and headaches. JGI/Jamie Grill/Blend Images/Getty Images Reducing the effects of PMS depends on what kind of symptoms you have....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSide EffectsPreventing Side EffectsStopping PrednisoneStopping Prednisone Safely Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Side Effects Preventing Side Effects Stopping Prednisone Stopping Prednisone Safely Prednisone is typically prescribed at the lowest effective dose for the shortest amount of time. This reduces the risk of side effects and severe complications likeosteoporosis, glaucoma, and diabetes. Before you stop the medication, your healthcare provider will recommend slowly tapering the dose to safely flush it from your system and avoid withdrawal symptoms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCheck LabelsChoose Whole FoodsRethink BreakfastDon’t Drink Extra SugarReplace Sugar When BakingUse SpicesPass on Sugary CondimentsEat Dark ChocolateTry Natural SweetenersArtificial SweetenersFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Check Labels Choose Whole Foods Rethink Breakfast Don’t Drink Extra Sugar Replace Sugar When Baking Use Spices Pass on Sugary Condiments Eat Dark Chocolate Try Natural Sweeteners Artificial Sweeteners Frequently Asked Questions The average American adult consumes about 17 teaspoons of sugar a day....

Key TakeawaysDrinking water throughout the day is usually enough to keep you well-hydrated.If you’re sweating a lot, you may need the help of an electrolyte beverage to replenish your body’s essential salts.Take small sips of water to rehydrate; chugging water when dehydrated makes you more likely to vomit and can even lead to water poisoning. Key Takeaways Drinking water throughout the day is usually enough to keep you well-hydrated.If you’re sweating a lot, you may need the help of an electrolyte beverage to replenish your body’s essential salts....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesPain RelieversHydrationRestHeat TherapyMassageHumidifiersWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Pain Relievers Hydration Rest Heat Therapy Massage Humidifiers When to Seek Care To relieve body aches when sick with the flu, try taking a warm bath, using over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications, and drinking plenty of fluids. This article explains why body aches occur with the flu and who may be at greatest risk....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCommon CausesMedication CausesGetting ReliefTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Common Causes Medication Causes Getting Relief Treatment Coping This article will discuss how constipation and bloating look and feel, as well as their symptoms and treatments. It will also cover when to contact a healthcare provider for treatment. adamkaz / Getty Images Symptoms: How Constipation Bloating Looks and Feels People who havebloatingandconstipationmay feel like their abdomen is distended and tight....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAltitude ChangesForeign Object in the EarEarwax BuildupSinus CongestionEar InfectionsMeniere’s DiseaseCholesteatomaAcoustic NeuromaChronic Otitis MediaTMJ DisordersSurgical ProceduresWhen to Seek Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Altitude Changes Foreign Object in the Ear Earwax Buildup Sinus Congestion Ear Infections Meniere’s Disease Cholesteatoma Acoustic Neuroma Chronic Otitis Media TMJ Disorders Surgical Procedures When to Seek Medical Care Ear pressure can be an unpleasant sensation. You might notice fullness, stuffiness, muffled hearing, or pain within your ear....