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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of CancerCancer Treatment and AnemiaAnemia SymptomsDiagnosing AnemiaTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Cancer Cancer Treatment and Anemia Anemia Symptoms Diagnosing Anemia Treatment Coping Many types of cancer are associated with low hemoglobin (anemia). Hemoglobin is a protein found in red blood cells that contains iron and helps transport oxygen around the body. Types of cancer most often associated withlow hemoglobininclude blood, bone, colon, and cervical cancers....

There are many orthopedic manufacturing companies that produce different implants used inhip replacement surgery. Most of these companies make several different hip replacement prostheses. Is there a way to determine which hip replacement implant is best? Peter Dazeley / Getty Images Hip Replacement Surgery When a hip replacement surgery is performed, a damaged, worn-out hip joint is replaced with an artificial implant. The materials used in the artificial implant may vary, but they often include metal, plastic, or ceramic....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Neuropathy?OTC MedicationPrescription MedicationSide EffectsOther TreatmentsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Neuropathy? OTC Medication Prescription Medication Side Effects Other Treatments Frequently Asked Questions When you haveneuropathy, pain is usually best managed with a multimodal treatment approach that incorporates different types of treatment instead of relying on just one. Treatments can includetraditional painkillers, nontraditionalpain medications, and other related pain treatments....

Key TakeawaysAccording to the CDC, unvaccinated travelers are at increased risk for getting and spreading COVID-19, making travel riskier.Traveling internationally and domestically to places with COVID hotspots will put you at greater risk of infection.Experts say that all modes of travel pose their own risk and safety will depend on several factors like whether social distancing is possible and vaccination status. Key Takeaways According to the CDC, unvaccinated travelers are at increased risk for getting and spreading COVID-19, making travel riskier....

During the course of yourprostate cancer diagnosis,treatment, and follow-up care, you will likely be working with a number of different types of physicians. Getting a basic idea of what each of these physicians does and what type of training they have undergone can help you better understand how their efforts work in concert to help you address your disease. Caiaimage / Paul Bradbury / OJO+ / Getty Images General Practitioner The first physician most men see for the majority of their medical problems or routine screening is their general practitioner....

Diabetes is a chronic condition in which the body is unable to properly regulate blood glucose (sugar) levels.In diabetes, the body either does not produce enough insulin (type 1) or insulin is not being used properly (type 2). An endocrinologist, along with many other healthcare professionals can ensure your blood sugar levels are regulated and maintained for a healthy and sustainable life. Read on to learn about the various types of healthcare professionals that treat diabetes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Psychotherapy?Psychotherapy for DepressionTherapy ApproachesHow Long Does It Take to Work?Choosing a Therapist Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Psychotherapy? Psychotherapy for Depression Therapy Approaches How Long Does It Take to Work? Choosing a Therapist Depressionis more than feeling sad or unmotivated for a few days; it’s an ongoing and persistent feeling of extreme sadness or despair affecting every aspect of a person’s life....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsTypesCausesDiagnosisTreatmentWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Types Causes Diagnosis Treatment When to See a Provider Pupils, the dark circles in your eyes, are usually equal in size. Unequal pupils (anisocoria) may be a sign of a medical issue. You might notice that your pupils are not the same size when you look in the mirror. Or you might notice someone else’s pupils are not the same size....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMeningococcal (MenACWY)Meningococcal B (MenB)FluHPVCOVID-19Tdap BoosterOther VaccinesSide EffectsCostIf Your Child Is BehindTalk to Your Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Meningococcal (MenACWY) Meningococcal B (MenB) Flu HPV COVID-19 Tdap Booster Other Vaccines Side Effects Cost If Your Child Is Behind Talk to Your Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions If you have a teenager at home, you are almost done with taking your child in for regular immunizations....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNutrient Deficiencies That Cause Dry LipsOther CausesTreatmentsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Nutrient Deficiencies That Cause Dry Lips Other Causes Treatments Frequently Asked Questions When you have dry lips, your lips may feel and appear dry,chapped, inflamed, or even cracked or bleeding. Dry lips can happen for any number of reasons, including the following: A deficiency in specific nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and water, may lead to dry lips....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsVitamin B12 DeficiencyFolate DeficiencyIron DeficiencyOther CausesGetting Diagnosed Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Vitamin B12 Deficiency Folate Deficiency Iron Deficiency Other Causes Getting Diagnosed If you are feeling more chilly than others around you or often have cold hands and feet, it’s possible you’re lacking certain vitamins. Feeling cold can be due to a deficiency in certain B vitamins or iron, resulting inanemia(not having enough healthy red blood cells in your system)....

The Cadillac tax was part of theAffordable Care Act(ACA). But it was among the more controversial provisions of the law, and was eventually repealed—after being delayed twice—before it ever took effect. This article will explain how the tax would have worked, the controversy around it, and why it was ultimately repealed. pixelfit / Getty Images The Timeframe of the Cadillac Tax The Cadillac tax was originally supposed to be implemented in 2018, but in December 2015, lawmakers passed an omnibus spending bill that included a two-year delay on the Cadillac tax....

Key TakeawaysAn Omicron subvariant, called BA.2.75, has been detected at low levels in various countries.Experts still don’t know a lot about how the variant will affect people in the U.S.Vaccination and mask-wearing are still the best protective measures against BA.2.75. Key Takeaways An Omicron subvariant, called BA.2.75, has been detected at low levels in various countries.Experts still don’t know a lot about how the variant will affect people in the U....