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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesBefore UseDosageSide EffectsWarnings and Interactions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Before Use Dosage Side Effects Warnings and Interactions Symbicort is acombination inhalerused to controlasthmaand to maintain airflow in people withchronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It contains aninhaled corticosteroidcalled budesonide that helps alleviate airway inflammation and a long-actingbronchodilatorcalled formoterol fumarate dihydrate that helps keep airways open. Image Source / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsInsulin ResistanceFood and SupplementsMI and DCISide Effects Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Insulin Resistance Food and Supplements MI and DCI Side Effects Treatingpolycystic ovary syndrome(PCOS) with vitamin-like substances calledinositols—a type of sugar in the body—has shown promising results.They are used to help people with PCOS control blood sugar and increase their chances of becoming pregnant. Read on to learn more about how taking inositols can help treat PCOS....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRisksComplicationsTreatmentsHow to Stay SafeFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Risks Complications Treatments How to Stay Safe Frequently Asked Questions Tardive dyskinesiais a disabling side effect of medications most often used to treat mental health disorders. It causes involuntary and repetitive movements, usually in the tongue and face. People living with mental health conditions and associated complications like tardive dyskinesia may wonder how aCOVID-19infection might affect them differently than others....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen to UseBenefits and ChallengesHow to PrepareWhat To Expect Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When to Use Benefits and Challenges How to Prepare What To Expect Telehealth provides an effective way for people witheczemato check in with a dermatologist when in-person visits aren’t possible, necessary, or desirable. Examples of telehealth visits include video calls, phone calls, and exchanging text messages and photos of your condition and medical history with your dermatologist through a patient portal or app....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen to UseBenefits and ChallengesHow to PrepareWhat to Expect Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When to Use Benefits and Challenges How to Prepare What to Expect Urologyis a field well suited for telehealth, with practitioners utilizing it for the complete spectrum of adult and pediatric consultations, preoperative and postoperative evaluations, and routine care for skilled nursing home residents. Ridofranz / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Tenesmusis the frequent and urgent feeling that you need to poop even though your bowels are empty. It is associated with discomfort, cramping, straining, and rectal pain. This article describes the possible causes of tenesmus. It also explains what your healthcare provider will do to diagnose and treat this common but often distressing symptom....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Thalassemia?Risk FactorsComplicationsTreatmentsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Thalassemia? Risk Factors Complications Treatments Frequently Asked Questions Thalassemiais a hereditary disorder that affects the production ofhemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the component of red blood cells that carries oxygen to the tissues of the body. There are many types of thalassemia. Symptoms can range from none at all to severeanemiathat requires frequent blood transfusions....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is the ACLS?TasksScoringAllen’s Cognitive LevelsCompared to Other TestsUsesAccuracyPros and Cons Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is the ACLS? Tasks Scoring Allen’s Cognitive Levels Compared to Other Tests Uses Accuracy Pros and Cons The Allen Cognitive Level Screen (ACLS), which requires a person to do a few short stitching tasks with a string and a needle, is used to screen for dementia....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefits of PeppermintSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityHow to StoreSources & What to Look ForPeppermint vs. SpearmintFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits of Peppermint Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity How to Store Sources & What to Look For Peppermint vs. Spearmint Frequently Asked Questions Several bioactive substances give peppermint anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial benefits, but menthol is one of the most important.Peppermint oilis extracted from the leaves so it’s more concentrated and provides more beneficial ingredients than steeping peppermint leaves to make tea....

Key TakeawaysBenzene, a cancer-causing chemical, has been detected in some popular sunscreens.Experts believe this is likely due to a manufacturing error.It’s still unclear what impact benzene in sunscreen may have on people. But experts say it’s unlikely it’ll cause harm. Key Takeaways Benzene, a cancer-causing chemical, has been detected in some popular sunscreens.Experts believe this is likely due to a manufacturing error.It’s still unclear what impact benzene in sunscreen may have on people....

Key TakeawaysThe FDA says certain cinnamon brands contain concerning levels of lead.While there haven’t been serious health events associated with this lead contamination, you should discard any affected bottles of cinnamon or foods made with affected cinnamon. Key Takeaways The FDA says certain cinnamon brands contain concerning levels of lead.While there haven’t been serious health events associated with this lead contamination, you should discard any affected bottles of cinnamon or foods made with affected cinnamon....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Research SaysCOVID-19 SymptomsVaccine FactsVaccine Side EffectsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Research Says COVID-19 Symptoms Vaccine Facts Vaccine Side Effects Frequently Asked Questions Over 34 million Americans, about 1 in 10 U.S. adults, are currently living withtype 2 diabetes, with many more unaware that they have the condition. People with diabetes are more likely to get severely ill and have serious complications fromCOVID-19....

Rheumatoid arthritis(RA) can affect your life in many ways, but pain seems to have the most effect on people who live with the condition. The primary cause of RA pain is inflammation that leads to joint swelling. Getting your RA pain under control might take some time and work, and it may require several different medications—some to slow down the disease’s effects and others to alleviate your pain. Keep reading to learn about the medicines that manage RA pain, their side effects, and why your healthcare provider might recommend them....