Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHome TreatmentHow Long Will It Last?Signs It’s Getting WorseWhen to See a ProviderWhat Can Make It Last Longer Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Home Treatment How Long Will It Last? Signs It’s Getting Worse When to See a Provider What Can Make It Last Longer A chest cold, also known as acute bronchitis, develops when thebronchi(the tubes that carry air to the lungs) suddenly swell, causing a persistentcough....

Fizkes / Getty Images Minor Injuries If you experience a cut in your mouth, the first course of action is to stop the bleeding. Mild Cuts If the cut is relatively mild,try rinsing your mouth with a little ice water. This shrinks some of the smaller blood vessels, which slows bleeding, and can help reduce swelling and pain. Applying acold compressto the outside of your cheek can have a similar effect....

While a laceration can often be deep, you may be able to treat a deep cut without stitches. Taking care of the wound the right way can prevent infection and hospitalization, ensure proper healing, and reduce scarring. In some cases, it may save your life. This article will go over how to treat a laceration. You will also learn when a cut requires medical attention and possibly stitches. How to Treat a Finger Cut...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Fever?When to TreatHome RemediesOTC MedicationsPrescriptionsComplementary/Alternative Options Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Fever? When to Treat Home Remedies OTC Medications Prescriptions Complementary/Alternative Options Ways to treat a fever include rest and drinking plenty of fluids. Medication isn’t always needed but if you’re uncomfortable, over-the-counter (OTC) fever relievers like acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil), or aspirin may be helpful....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTreatmentPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Goutis a type of inflammatory arthritis that can be very painful. It usually affects one joint at a time—often the big toe—but it can affect other joints as well, including thethumbs, elbows, wrists, ankles, and knees. It occurs in people withhyperuricemia(high uric acid levels in their blood)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAppearanceDurationReliefOther SymptomsPreventionSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Appearance Duration Relief Other Symptoms Prevention Seeking Medical Care A heat rash, otherwise known asprickly heator miliaria, occurs when sweat gets trapped in the skin, causing inflammation. It can develop anywhere on the body, but on the face, it typically develops due to blocked sweat glands from wearing a face covering, such as a mask....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentWhen to Seek CarePrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment When to Seek Care Prevention A pulled abdominal muscle is an overuse injury that often happens in sports or when lifting something heavy. The muscle is stretched too far, causing tiny, microscopic tears. It’s also known as an abdominal muscle strain or pulled stomach muscle. Verywell / Emily Roberts...

There are treatments for strained muscles, and patience is the key to healing. A muscle strain, also called a pulled muscle, occurs when a muscle is stretched too far. Microscopic tears can occur within the muscle fibers. This type of injury usually causes mild to severe pain, and other symptoms, like bruising and immobility, can develop too. Common muscle strains includepulled hamstrings,groin strains,pulled abdominal muscles, andcalf strains. Jeannot Olivet / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTreatment OptionsTreatment GuideWhen to See a ProviderPreventionNot Improving Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Treatment Options Treatment Guide When to See a Provider Prevention Not Improving Buttock rashes can develop from heat, allergies, infections, or skin conditions. They can appear anywhere from the anus to the lower back, bringing symptoms like itching, inflammation, swelling, and bumps. Rashes may cause pain, blistering, peeling, or oozing in some cases....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsApplying First AidWhat Not to DoFingernail InjuryWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Applying First Aid What Not to Do Fingernail Injury When to Seek Care A smashed finger oftentimes won’t require medical treatment—and can instead be treated at home with first aid, ice, and over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers. It is, though, is an injury involving trauma to one or more fingers and there may be times when a smashed finger can be severe....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentHealing TimeDislocated Finger TreatmentWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Healing Time Dislocated Finger Treatment When to See a Healthcare Provider FAQ Finger sprains and dislocations arecommon hand injuries. A sprain happens when the tough tissue that supports a joint is stretched too far. This tissue, called a ligament, can be partially or completely torn....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIs It an Emergency?If It Is Not an EmergencyAfter the Bleeding Stops Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Is It an Emergency? If It Is Not an Emergency After the Bleeding Stops If you cut yourself during food preparation, infection is your worst enemy. Luckily, soap and water are all you need to clean a wound, even one covered in bacteria. This article explains how to identify an emergency and treat non-emergency kitchen cuts....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHome RemediesMedicationSurgeryWhen to Seek Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Home Remedies Medication Surgery When to Seek Help However, babies with severe reflux (gastroesophageal reflux disease) may need medication or surgery. s0ulsurfing - Jason Swain / Getty Images Swallowing Problems May Be Due to GERD Medicine for Reflux in Babies The best acid reflux medication for babies depends on what symptoms a child has and what a pediatrician decides is the safest and most effective option....