Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAlcohol and GoutDrinking With GoutAllopurinol and AlcoholAlcohol AlternativesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Alcohol and Gout Drinking With Gout Allopurinol and Alcohol Alcohol Alternatives Frequently Asked Questions Drinking alcohol can trigger flares ofgout. As little as one alcoholic beverage in a 24-hour period can cause a gout flare, and the risk increases the more drinks you have daily. Linda Raymond / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAlcohol and the LiverQuantity of IntakeLiver DamageRisk of Liver CancerOdds of Recovery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Alcohol and the Liver Quantity of Intake Liver Damage Risk of Liver Cancer Odds of Recovery Alcohol candamage the liverif consumed in excess. While the liver can often repair itself after a period of alcohol use, the chronic, heavy consumption of alcohol can lead to permanent damage and the onset ofcirrhosis, in which the liver is less able to filter blood....

Good news: Having a couple of beers with your buddies probably won’t hurt your health. What it comes down to is how much and how often you drink.It’s clear that drinking lots of alcohol can be very harmful. But there’s also some evidence that drinking small amounts can be good for you. Having a couple of drinks may improve heart health.This article goes over how much alcohol men can safely drink....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsReactions and Recovery TimeEffects of AlcoholSymptomsAlternative Drinks Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Reactions and Recovery Time Effects of Alcohol Symptoms Alternative Drinks Consuming alcohol while taking antibiotics can impact the healing process and, depending on the medication, cause serious side effects. If you’ve ever been prescribedantibioticsfor a bacterial infection, you may have been advised toavoid drinking alcoholwhile taking them. This article examines the potential interactions between different types ofantibioticsand alcohol, how to recognize concerning symptoms, and other beverages you can enjoy instead of alcohol while taking these medications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Does Alcohol Lead to Dementia?Stages of Alcoholic Dementia SymptomsGetting an Alcoholic Dementia DiagnosisDoes Treatment Reverse Alcoholic Dementia?Programs to Treat Alcoholic Dementia and DependanceSide Effects of WithdrawalCoping With Long-Term Effects of Alcoholic Dementia Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Does Alcohol Lead to Dementia? Stages of Alcoholic Dementia Symptoms Getting an Alcoholic Dementia Diagnosis Does Treatment Reverse Alcoholic Dementia? Programs to Treat Alcoholic Dementia and Dependance...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsDiagnosisComplicationsLife ExpectancyTreatmentCopingSupport Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Complications Life Expectancy Treatment Coping Support The symptoms of alcoholic hepatitis are similar toother forms of hepatitis, including fatigue, nausea, upper-right abdominal pain, andjaundice(yellowing of the skin and eyes). Stopping alcohol can potentially reverse liver injury before it leads tocirrhosis, the most advanced stage of AFLD. This article explains how alcoholic hepatitis develops and ways to recognize it when it occurs....

Basal cell carcinomacan be curable if treated early.Common treatments includeelectrodesiccation and curettage(cauterizing and scraping the lesion), surgical excisiong, andMohs surgery(a precision surgical technique). Photo: Yuri_Arcurs / Getty Images Indications for Use Aldara cream is the only topical formulation used to treat sBCC in adults with normal immune systems. It is recommended when other methods of removal are inappropriate (such as where there are multiple lesions on the face). Aldara activates the immune system to produce a type of protein, known as interferon-alpha, to directly attack cancer cells....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFunction and Adrenal RolesSymptomsTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Function and Adrenal Roles Symptoms Treatment If your body produces too much or too little aldosterone, you may experience high or low blood pressure, fluid retention, or symptoms related to an electrolyte imbalance. Aldosterone Function and Adrenal Roles in Body Hormones like aldosterone act as messengers that tell your body how and when to perform key functions....

Aleve and Advil are bothnonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs(NSAIDs) used to relieve pain and reduce fever. Advil is a short-acting drug, while Aleve is longer-acting. Advil seems to cause fewer stomach issues, while Aleve carries a lower risk of heart attack and stroke compared to other NSAIDs. Advil is recommended for children under 12 years old. This article explores the similarities and differences between Aleve and Advil. It includes information about the products, dosage, and any side effects....

Everyone knows about Alexander Graham Bell and his invention of the telephone. Many people do not know that he was also a deaf educator and advocate, with anassociationnamed after him.His methods (and reasons behind those methods) continue to cause controversy in theDeaf community. Public domain via Wikimedia Commons Bell’s father, Alexander Melville Bell, was a teacher of the deaf. His method of teaching the deaf was called “Visible Speech.“Bell’s grandfather was a famous elocution teacher and is considered the model for George Bernard Shaw’s character Professor Henry Higgins inPygmalion....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsCausesSymptomsLow vs. HighTestingResultsTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is Causes Symptoms Low vs. High Testing Results Treatment Low alkaline phosphatase (ALP) can be a sign of several different conditions, including thyroid disease, celiac disease, and malnutrition. ALP is an enzyme found in the blood that helps break down proteins. It plays a role in numerous processes in the human body, and any abnormalities in blood concentrations—either high or low—may indicate a health problem....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAppearanceLinkTreatmentsManaging AnxietyOngoing Symptoms Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Appearance Link Treatments Managing Anxiety Ongoing Symptoms An anxiety rash often appears on the body as hives (urticaria). Hives are inflamed patches of skin that result from histamine, a chemical your body produces in response to a physical or mental stressor. Allergic reactions (including allergic hives) are an example of your body’s response to a physical stressor, while anxiety is a mental stressor that can result in a rash....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMenstrual Cup DesignUsing Menstrual CupsDaily ActivitiesHow Long to Wear It? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Menstrual Cup Design Using Menstrual Cups Daily Activities How Long to Wear It? Menstrual cups are reusable products that holdperiod blood. They are safe, effective, and affordable for most people who menstruate. They have several advantages and may leak less than pads andtampons. Menstrual cups are small, flexible cups made of silicone or rubber....