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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUpper GI DisordersLower GI DisordersStomach CancerNon-Digestive DisordersWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Upper GI Disorders Lower GI Disorders Stomach Cancer Non-Digestive Disorders When to See a Provider If it feels like there is something wrong with your stomach, the cause could be digestive or it could originate somewhere else, such as your urinary tract.Digestive problemscan cause a range of symptoms, fromconstipationordiarrheato stomach upset and pain....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDandruffDry SkinGelSeborrheic DermatitisPsoriasisLiceRingwormWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Dandruff Dry Skin Gel Seborrheic Dermatitis Psoriasis Lice Ringworm When to See a Healthcare Provider FAQ If you see flakes in your hair, you may assume that it’s dandruff, but there are actually several reasons why they can appear. This article will go over the possible causes of flakes in your hair and when it’s important to see a healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommon CausesSerious CausesDuring PregnancyIn ChildrenWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderDiagnosisCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Causes Serious Causes During Pregnancy In Children When to See a Healthcare Provider Diagnosis Coping Nosebleeds, also calledepistaxis, and headaches are common medical issues that can happen at the same time or separately. SimonSkafar / Getty Images Common Causes of Both Headache and Nosebleed Aheadachecan have several causes, including dehydration, medication, and high blood pressure....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Seeking Medical Care This article will explore the symptoms and causes of a knee infection as well as how it is diagnosed and treated. sasirin pamai / Getty Images Knee Infection Symptoms An infected knee joint is a serious condition that requires prompt medical management. For that reason it is important to be aware of potential symptoms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Seeking Medical Care Pain in the corner of the eye is common and can happen for many reasons, some of which are severe. The pain sensations can be sharp, achy, throbbing, or burning. While some benign reasons exist for corner eye pain, some may indicate the need for prompt medical care. Understanding the causes and treatments is crucial for ensuring that eye pain is properly treated to avoid any long-term complications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesWhen to See a ProviderTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes When to See a Provider Treatment Prevention A rash on the forehead could have a number of causes, including an allergic reaction to an allergen or irritant and several skin conditions. Often, it will help to simply change the skin care products you use on your forehead. In some cases, when the cause is an underlying skin condition, you will need to consult your healthcare provider for a diagnosis and treatment....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCharacteristicsCausesTreatmentWhen to Call a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Characteristics Causes Treatment When to Call a Provider A productive cough, also known as a wet cough, is one that brings up mucus (phlegm). These coughs are common with colds and other respiratory tract infections. Chronic lung diseases like COPD and cystic fibrosis can also cause a productive cough. In contrast, a nonproductive (dry) cough does not bring upphlegmand is more common with asthma, allergies, flu, COVID-19, and medication side effects....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBites, Stings, and Outdoor RashesCosmetic, Cleaning Products, and Other Household ExposuresAllergic or Sensitivity ReactionsBacterial, Viral, Fungal, and Parasitic InfectionsMedicationsAutoimmune DisordersOther Health Condition-Related CausesTreatmentWhen to Contact a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Bites, Stings, and Outdoor Rashes Cosmetic, Cleaning Products, and Other Household Exposures Allergic or Sensitivity Reactions Bacterial, Viral, Fungal, and Parasitic Infections Medications Autoimmune Disorders Other Health Condition-Related Causes...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMeaningRelated ConditionsMedication Side EffectCoping With Sudden BleedingTreatmentsAnemia RiskHospitalizationDiagnosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Meaning Related Conditions Medication Side Effect Coping With Sudden Bleeding Treatments Anemia Risk Hospitalization Diagnosis In this article, learn more about dysfunctional uterine bleeding, including how it can present in puberty, pregnancy, and menopause. Meaning of Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding Dysfunctional uterine bleeding—sometimes called abnormal uterine bleeding—refers to vaginal bleeding that is different from your normal menstrual cycle....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHBP in PhysiologyHBP ReadingsHealth RiskManagementReducing HBP Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents HBP in Physiology HBP Readings Health Risk Management Reducing HBP Blood pressure is a measurement of the force of your blood against the walls of your blood vessels. Low blood pressure can make it difficult for all your tissues to get blood. High blood pressure (hypertension) can move blood with too much force....

UpdateThe Supreme Court on April 21 granted a full stay to the case regarding the abortion pill mifepristone. This means there will be no change to the access or availability of the pill in the foreseeable future. Update The Supreme Court on April 21 granted a full stay to the case regarding the abortion pill mifepristone. This means there will be no change to the access or availability of the pill in the foreseeable future....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsBrown vs. White RiceVarietiesHow to CookNutritional InformationWhen to Avoid Brown Rice Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Brown vs. White Rice Varieties How to Cook Nutritional Information When to Avoid Brown Rice Brown rice is made up of three different parts: a germ, bran, and endosperm. It is less processed thanwhite riceand gets its color from the remaining bran and germ layer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAverage Mile Run TimeChartFactorsMeasuring a Mile RunHow to Run Faster Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Average Mile Run Time Chart Factors Measuring a Mile Run How to Run Faster If you are in good health, you can practice and train in order to increase your speed, reducing the amount of time that it takes for you to run a mile. This article will discuss the average time to run a mile, factors that influence your time, and how to improve your running pace....