Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNon-Drug Lifestyle MeasuresMedicationIn Children Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Non-Drug Lifestyle Measures Medication In Children Triglyceridesare a type of fat found in the bloodstream. Though they play a key role in providing the body with energy,high triglyceride levelson a blood test are linked to a greater risk for other chronic health conditions, like heart disease and diabetes. Fortunately, you canlower triglyceride levelsnaturally with dietary, exercise, and lifestyle changes—plus prescription medication, if necessary....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Asymptomatic CSS Progression With Symptoms Secondary Effects Treatment Post-Op Complications Recovery From Surgery Self-Care Cervical spinal stenosis(CSS) is when the spinal canal of the neck becomes narrow and starts to press on thespinal cord. “Stenosis” means a narrowing of a body area.Spinal stenosiscan also affect the lumbar spine (low back). This article will cover causes, risk factors, symptoms, how the condition progresses, secondary effects, treatment options, and more....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are the Treatments?AntidepressantsAnti-Seizure DrugsBeta-BlockersBotoxCalcium Channel BlockersCGRP InhibitorsHow Long Does It Take to Work?Other Tips for Migraine Prevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are the Treatments? Antidepressants Anti-Seizure Drugs Beta-Blockers Botox Calcium Channel Blockers CGRP Inhibitors How Long Does It Take to Work? Other Tips for Migraine Prevention There are various types of medications used to prevent migraine attacks in people living with migraine....

Medications are the mainstay of treatment formultiple sclerosis (MS). Many of them are used to block the immune system’s attack on the nerves and slow or prevent progression and relapses (flare-ups) of the disease. Others are used to manage resulting symptoms like pain, depression, and muscle stiffness. There are several types of medications that can be used to treat MS, including chemotherapy drugs, anti-inflammatories, immunosuppressive drugs, and steroids. In some cases, medications for MS are categorized based on how they are administered, what they do, and what symptoms they manage....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHormone LevelsPCOS and MenopauseOverlapping SymptomsEffect on Sex DriveManagementWork With a DietitianFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hormone Levels PCOS and Menopause Overlapping Symptoms Effect on Sex Drive Management Work With a Dietitian Frequently Asked Questions Polycystic ovary syndrome(PCOS) typically affects people of child-bearing age. Because of this, some people wonder if it stops once a person reaches menopause. The short answer is no,menopausedoes not cure PCOS....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of TestsWho Needs STI Testing?Barriers to TestingMoving Forward Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Tests Who Needs STI Testing? Barriers to Testing Moving Forward If you think you have been exposed to asexually transmitted infection (STI), it is in your best interest to contact your healthcare provider for an STI test. In this way, you can seek treatment to either cure or manage the infection while reducing the odds of passing the STI to others....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBRAT FoodsOther Foods to EatWhy It’s Not RecommendedResearchAlternatives Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents BRAT Foods Other Foods to Eat Why It’s Not Recommended Research Alternatives The BRAT diet is an eating plan that pediatricians previously recommended for babies and children recovering fromstomach fluordiarrhea. “BRAT” stands for bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast. These foods are low in protein, fat, and fiber, which makes them easier to digest....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Lipoproteins?How Cholesterol Is MeasuredWhy You Should Be TestedUnderstanding Results Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Lipoproteins? How Cholesterol Is Measured Why You Should Be Tested Understanding Results Total cholesterol represents the combined amount of “bad” cholesterol (low-density, or LDL), “good” cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL) in your blood, and 20% of the triglyceride level. The measurement is then compared to your individual HDL result to gauge your risk for heart disease and stroke....

This article explains how to identify common viral rashes in adults and children based on typical symptoms and unique characteristics. It also discusses treatments and when to seek a medical evaluation for viral rashes. What Is a Viral Rash? A viral rash, also known as a viralexanthem, is a skin rash or eruption that commonly occurs as a symptom of a viral infection. It develops as an immune reaction to a virus....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRecommended Ozempic DosagesDosage AdjustmentsWhat Happens If I Take Too Much?What Should I Do If I Miss a Dose? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Recommended Ozempic Dosages Dosage Adjustments What Happens If I Take Too Much? What Should I Do If I Miss a Dose? Ozempic (semaglutide) is a brand-name injectable medication that belongs to a group of drugs calledglucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists....

Key Takeaways The next day, Bedder took the small, hand-held vagus nerve stimulator (VNS) and placed it on his neck. He stared at thepulse oximeteron his finger, its blinking numbers revealing a blood oxygen level of 91—quite a low number given the amount of supplemental oxygen he was receiving. He says he watched in awe as that number rose to 95 within minutes. For the first time since his diagnosis, Bedder was able to breathe....

Key TakeawaysExtreme elimination diets and relying only on supplements may not address the root cause of skin problems.Eating foods rich in probiotics, prebiotics, and fiber may be helpful in managing some skin conditions, such as psoriasis and eczema.While research is still limited, some evidence suggests that probiotics and prebiotics can feed the gut microbes to reduce skin dryness. Key Takeaways Extreme elimination diets and relying only on supplements may not address the root cause of skin problems....

Key Takeaways A standard hearing test may one day be used to detect autism in newborns. The findings, published in November in the journalAutism Research, shed new light on the connections autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may have with hearing and other sensory systems. Previous studies already found that children with autism have slow brain responses to sounds. This new research observed that newborns who were later diagnosed with autism also had slower brain responses to sounds....