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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It Tells YouHow It’s CalculatedNon-HDL vs. CholesterolNormal Ratio RangesHigh Ratio RisksImproving CholesterolFactors Affecting Ratio Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Tells You How It’s Calculated Non-HDL vs. Cholesterol Normal Ratio Ranges High Ratio Risks Improving Cholesterol Factors Affecting Ratio The normal amounts of HDL are between 35 and 65 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) in adult males, and 35 to 80 mg/dL in females....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsNormal RangeWhat Affects Heart RateHow to Measure Your RHR Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is Normal Range What Affects Heart Rate How to Measure Your RHR Your resting heart rate can reveal a lot about you. Ask any runner, and they’ll tell you that they keep tabs on their resting heart rate to figure out things like how well they’re responding to training and whether they may be coming down with a cold....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSinus Rhythm vs. Heart RateNormal Sinus RhythmAbnormal Sinus RhythmBradycardiaTachycardiaTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Sinus Rhythm vs. Heart Rate Normal Sinus Rhythm Abnormal Sinus Rhythm Bradycardia Tachycardia Treatment However, the sinus rhythm can sometimes become irregular, referred to assinus arrhythmia, and cause the heart to beat too slowly or too rapidly. This article explains how the sinus rhythm regulates heartbeats. It also discusses how different arrhythmias occur, including their various causes and symptoms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Triglycerides?Normal LevelsWhen to Get CheckedRisksSymptomsLow TriglyceridesTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Triglycerides? Normal Levels When to Get Checked Risks Symptoms Low Triglycerides Treatment The normal range for triglycerides is less than 150 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) for adults. High triglycerides increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, and pancreatitis. Treatment for high triglycerides may include lifestyle changes and medications to lower triglyceride levels....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPurposePreparationRealiabilityFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose Preparation Realiability Frequently Asked Questions This test differs from a routine ultrasound and is not offered at every healthcare facility. Rather, it generally must be scheduled at a university medical center or another specialized facility. When the results of the nuchal translucency screening are positive, there is cause for concern, but it does not necessarily indicate a congenital defect is present....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Pancoast tumor symptoms include arm and shoulder pain, and tingling and weakness in the hands. Symptoms can mimic those of bone and joint diseases, and these tumors can be difficult to spot on X-rays.They account for just 3% to 5% of lung cancers, but their diagnosis is often delayed until late stages....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose Timing Risks Before the Test During the Test Post-Test Results FAQ A Pap smear (or Pap test) is quick and does not usually hurt. A Pap test is used to screen forcervical cancer. A provider can look at cells from yourcervixunder a microscope and check for abnormal changes in the cells (cervical dysplasia) and precancerous or cancerous cells. If any are found, more testing can be done todiagnose cancer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsParasite InfectionSymptomsDoes It Work?Herbs and SupplementsDiet ChangesSafetyWhen to Seek CareMedical Treatments Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Parasite Infection Symptoms Does It Work? Herbs and Supplements Diet Changes Safety When to Seek Care Medical Treatments A parasite cleanse is a combination of herbal supplements and dietary changes aimed at killing and eliminating harmful organisms living in and feeding off your body. Before relying on a parasite cleanse, it’s important to talk with a healthcare provider about proper treatment, as home remedies are often ineffective....

paolomartinezphotography / Getty Images When a fracture of the bone occurs, there may have been an injury, such as a fall, that normally wouldn’t cause a fracture, but in the weakened bone did lead to fracture. Or, when the bone is severely weakened, a fracture can occur with no obvious event taking place. Simply walking or getting up from a chair can lead to fracture when the bone is severely weakened....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAtypical Autism TraitsDiagnostic ChallengesTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Atypical Autism Traits Diagnostic Challenges Treatment Coping Prior to 2013, there were five separate diagnoses that existed on the autism spectrum. One of them was called pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS).It is now known asatypical autism, autistic tendencies, or autistic traits in people with the diagnosis.The five subtypes were folded into a single diagnosis ofautism spectrum disorder(ASD) in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) published in 2013....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose Before During After Results A pelvic exam is a gynecological examination of the internal and external organs in your pelvis. This includes the vagina, vulva, uterus, cervix, rectum, ovaries, and fallopian tubes. Your healthcare provider inserts a tool called a speculum into your vagina so they can see the organs inside your pelvis. They also examine the external area around your vagina and use gloved fingers to feel your uterus and ovaries....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPurposeRisks and ContraindicationsBefore the TestDuring the TestAfter the TestInterpreting Results Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose Risks and Contraindications Before the Test During the Test After the Test Interpreting Results PERRLA is a quick test an eye doctor performs to examine the health of your pupils. The test results can also reveal other eye, brain, and nervous system problems. Learn more about the PERRLA eye exam....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Health Benefits What to Eat Nutrients in Fish Drawbacks of a Pescatarian Diet Apescatariandiet is essentially a vegetarian diet that includes fish and seafood. The term pescatarian is a blend of pesce (the Italian word for fish) and vegetarian. It is also sometimes referred to as pesco-vegetarian. People choose a vegetarian or pescatarian diet for different reasons that may relate to ethical, environmental, or health considerations....