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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionDiagnosisStatisticsSymptomsRisk FactorsComplicationsFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Diagnosis Statistics Symptoms Risk Factors Complications FAQ Binge eating disorder (BED) is a type ofeating disorder. A person who has a binge eating disorder will eat large amounts of food in a short period of time and feel out of control while doing so and often ashamed after bingeing. Health risks of BED include damage to the gastrointestinal system and obesity; it is also associated with mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression....

Key TakeawaysExposure to gun violence can create traumatic disturbances in a child’s life and interfere with their long-term health and development.Most children with traumatic exposure are not identified or do not receive proper treatment.Community support may help with the healing process, but resources for one-on-one therapy are limited and inaccessible. Key Takeaways Exposure to gun violence can create traumatic disturbances in a child’s life and interfere with their long-term health and development....

Key TakeawaysThe term “leaky gut” refers to a damaged or irritated intestinal lining that allows bacteria and undigested foods to pass through, leading to inflammation and digestive problems.However, leaky gut is not recognized as a medical diagnosis.Bloating, gas, fatigue, and headaches are symptoms associated with leaky gut, but they can also be attributed to other conditions.The term “leaky gut” conjures an image of foods falling out of a hole in your intestines, but it isn’t a medical diagnosis and it might be misleading....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTraitsContributing FactorsSymptoms in YourselfSigns in Someone ElseHow to OvercomeProfessional Help and Coping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Traits Contributing Factors Symptoms in Yourself Signs in Someone Else How to Overcome Professional Help and Coping An inferiority complex is a tendency to feel inadequate or, as the term suggests, inferior to others. People with an inferiority complex typically havelow self-esteemand a lack of self-worth....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCauses and Risk FactorsSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentOutlook Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes and Risk Factors Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Outlook Subchondral sclerosisis a thickening of the bone under the cartilage in joints. It is also called marginal sclerosis.Subchondral sclerosis is often seen in joints of the knee, hip, spine,sacroiliac(SI) joint, and foot.The goal of treatment for subchondral sclerosis is managing symptoms and may include exercise, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory medications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Neutrophils?White Blood Cells and PregnancyWhy They Are High During PregnancySymptomsWhen to Seek Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Neutrophils? White Blood Cells and Pregnancy Why They Are High During Pregnancy Symptoms When to Seek Treatment Neutrophilsarewhite blood cellsthat help our bodies fight infection. Neutrophils can be high during pregnancy due to the extra stress that pregnancy puts on a person’s body....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsExcess Ear WaxMiddle Ear InfectionHearing LossExposure to Loud NoiseChanges in Blood FlowMeniere’s DiseaseMedicationsBlood Vessel DisordersChronic ConditionsHead and Neck InjuriesRuptured EardrumTMJ DisorderOther CausesWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Excess Ear Wax Middle Ear Infection Hearing Loss Exposure to Loud Noise Changes in Blood Flow Meniere’s Disease Medications Blood Vessel Disorders Chronic Conditions Head and Neck Injuries Ruptured Eardrum TMJ Disorder...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment A swollenuvula, also known asuvulitis, occurs when the uvula (the bell-shaped organ hanging from your soft palate at the back of the mouth) becomes inflamed. This can happen because of an infection, allergic reaction, irritation, or illness. Uvulitis can usually be treated with at-home remedies or medication. In rare cases, conditions that make your uvula swollen are serious, like a life-threatening infection or evenoral cancer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat the Tape DoesHow the Tape WorksUsing the TapeTypes of TapeApplying the TapeDoes It Work? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What the Tape Does How the Tape Works Using the Tape Types of Tape Applying the Tape Does It Work? Kinesiology tape is a sturdy, stretchy tape usually made with a blend of cotton and nylon. It is often used to help facilitate muscle function, stabilize joints, or keep muscles from contracting improperly....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It MeansSymptomsCausesTestingTreatmentWhen to See a ProviderPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Means Symptoms Causes Testing Treatment When to See a Provider Prevention Low hemoglobin means you don’t have enough of the red blood cells that carry oxygen throughout your body. When you have low hemoglobin, your cells and tissues don’t receive as much oxygen as they need, which can make you feel weak and tired....

Medically inducedmenopauseis when medical treatments, like chemotherapy or surgery, cause a person’s ovaries to stop functioning before menopause would normally occur. It happens much faster than natural menopause, and it often causes more severe symptoms. The effects can be temporary or permanent, depending on the treatment and the extent of damage to the ovaries. Read on to find out more about the causes of medical menopause and the treatments available....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMilky WhiteThick WhiteClumpy WhiteThick, White, StickyOther Discharge ColorsPreventionWhen to See a ProviderFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Milky White Thick White Clumpy White Thick, White, Sticky Other Discharge Colors Prevention When to See a Provider FAQ Whitevaginal dischargeis usually normal and a sign of a healthy reproductive system. Most people who have avaginahave some discharge.White milky white vaginal discharge is usually a sign of a normal menstrual cycle....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is It?BenefitsWorkouts to Improve It Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is It? Benefits Workouts to Improve It Muscular endurance is the muscle’s ability to complete multiple repetitions (“reps”) of a movement against resistance for an extended period.Muscular endurance contributes to athletic performance and daily tasks like yard work and carrying groceries. This article discusses muscular endurance—what it is, how it is beneficial, and specific workouts for improving it....