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Allergic rhinitis, also known ashay fever, can result in eustachian tube dysfunction due to swelling in the nasal mucosa, which lines the inside of your nose. Since theeustachian tubeconnects the nose to the middle ear, fluid can build up in themiddle earand cause an infection if the tube does not function properly. Ear painis one of the symptoms of a middle ear infection, also called otitis media. Other possible symptoms include ear fullness, pressure, popping, and decreased hearing....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Eczemacan affect any part of the body, including in and around the ears. Ear eczema can present some challenges as well as a few unique symptoms and complications. This article discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of ear eczema. ERDAL ISLAK / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of Intermittent FastingBenefits for Psoriatic ArthritisRisksWho Should Not FastFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Intermittent Fasting Benefits for Psoriatic Arthritis Risks Who Should Not Fast Frequently Asked Questions If you havepsoriatic arthritis(PsA), the food that’s recommended for you is the same that’s good for people with heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Many of these foods, like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and some fish, have anti-inflammatory properties that can help you manage your condition....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Flat back syndrome is also called fixedsagittalimbalance. With this condition, thenormal curvein your lower spine is reduced or absent. A major symptom is difficulty standing for long periods of time. Flat back syndrome can be present at birth. It can also happen for other reasons, including degenerative disc disease, traumatic injury, or as a result of spinal surgery....

Vaginal delivery is the most common way of giving birth, but some people may need medical assistance to help with the process of labor. FatCamera / Getty Images Stages of Labor Labor is divided into three stages and begins well before the delivery happens: In the weeks before labor begins, your body will prepare in subtle ways to give birth. Yourcervixwill shorten and soften, and the ligaments in your pelvic area will relax....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose of Test Risk Factors for Gestational Diabetes Test Types Aglucosescreening test is a standard test during pregnancy to help identify gestational diabetes. The test is done in two steps and checks a pregnant person’s response to glucose (sugar). High glucose levels in the blood may indicate that you are at risk for or havegestational diabetes. Most pregnant people will have a glucose screening test between weeks 24 and 28 of pregnancy....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesCausesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentNatural RemediesPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Natural Remedies Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Groin eczemacan affect adults and children alike. Although eczema typically affects other areas of the body such as the hands, feet, scalp, face, inside the elbows, the neck, and behind the knees, it can flare up anywhere, including the groin area....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Hemorrhage?What Are the Symptoms of a Hemorrhage?What Causes a Hemorrhage?When Is Bleeding a Sign of an Emergency?How Are Hemorrhages Treated? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Hemorrhage? What Are the Symptoms of a Hemorrhage? What Causes a Hemorrhage? When Is Bleeding a Sign of an Emergency? How Are Hemorrhages Treated? Hemorrhageis another word for bleeding. It most often refers to severe bleeding, though not all hemorrhages are serious....

Herbs known for their laxative effects can be found in a variety of dietary supplements, weight-loss teas, andcolon cleansingpreparations. Before you think about using one of these products, it is important to be educated about their safety and effectiveness. This overview can help you make an educated decision about whether or not herbal laxatives are right for you.Eric Audras / ONOKY / Getty ImagesTypes of Herbal Stimulant LaxativesThe following herbs have been associated with having a laxative effect:Aloe latexCascara sagradaFrangulaRhubarb (Rheum)SennaOf the above herbs, senna is the one most often used as an ingredient in commercial laxative preparations, such as Black Draught, ExLax, Fletcher’s, Senexon, SennaGen, and Senokot....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Homeopathy?UsesResearchSide Effects/SafetyHomeopathic ProvidersHomeopathic vs. Conventional Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Homeopathy? Uses Research Side Effects/Safety Homeopathic Providers Homeopathic vs. Conventional Homeopathic medicine is a form of complementary andalternative medicine(CAM) that uses very small amounts of natural substances that, at higher amounts, may cause a disease or symptom. Homeopathy is used to treat a wide variety of ailments, including colds, upset stomachs, pain, and menopausal hot flashes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Do Humira Biosimilars Compare to the Original?How Would a Patient Switch to Biosimilars?Will Biosimilars Cut Drug Costs for Patients? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Do Humira Biosimilars Compare to the Original? How Would a Patient Switch to Biosimilars? Will Biosimilars Cut Drug Costs for Patients? Key Takeaways Humira (adalimumab)has long been one of the top-selling drugs forrheumatoid arthritisand other inflammatory diseases....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prevention An insufficiency fracture is a type ofstress fracturethat can occur due to minor pressure in a bone that is weakened. This type of injury can happen anywhere in the body, and it most often affects the spine and pelvic bones. PeopleImages / Getty Images This article discusses the different types of insufficiency fractures, their causes, and who is most at risk....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It WorksPurposesTypesBenefitsSide Effects Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Works Purposes Types Benefits Side Effects This article explains how ketoconazole shampoo works, its uses, types, benefits, and risks. Rattankun Thongbun / Getty Images How Ketoconazole Shampoo Works Ketoconazole is in a class of antifungals calledimidazoles. In addition to antifungal activity, researchers found that imidazoles have antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and anti=tumor activities....