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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSSRI and EDPost-SSRI Sexual DysfunctionMost Likely to Cause EDLeast Likely to Cause EDFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents SSRI and ED Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction Most Likely to Cause ED Least Likely to Cause ED Frequently Asked Questions Sexual side effects—includinganorgasmia(failure to have an orgasm), genital anesthesia, lowlibido(low desire to have sex), anderectile dysfunction(ED)—are very common among patients who take selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesIs It a Sign of Cancer?SymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Is It a Sign of Cancer? Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Read more about the tie-in between excessive belching and cancer, as well as diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. Verywell / Joules Garcia What Causes Excessive Belching? Belching, also known as burping, is your body’s way of expelling excess air from your upper digestive tract....

Key TakeawaysNew bird flu cases were recently detected in poultry workers in Colorado.Public health officials said that extreme heat may indirectly have played a role in the spread.As of now, bird flu has not spread between humans. Key Takeaways New bird flu cases were recently detected in poultry workers in Colorado.Public health officials said that extreme heat may indirectly have played a role in the spread.As of now, bird flu has not spread between humans....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Autoimmunity?Is Fibromyalgia an Autoimmune Disease?What Research Says Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Autoimmunity? Is Fibromyalgia an Autoimmune Disease? What Research Says Some research suggests FM may be an autoimmune disease involving neuroinflammation, an inflammatory response within the brain and spinal cord, and small-fiberneuropathy, which is weakness and pain from nerve damage.That hypothesis isn’t getting widespread acceptance in the medical community, though....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGenetic ResearchFamilial PatternsGenetic SusceptibilityAssociated GenesOther FactorsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Genetic Research Familial Patterns Genetic Susceptibility Associated Genes Other Factors Frequently Asked Questions The question “isfibromyalgiahereditary” comes up a lot because of how common it is for this pain condition to run in families.If you have fibromyalgia, you may worry about passing it on to your children, or you may wonder if you’ll have it because your mother or several other family members do....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is PCOS?Fruit & PCOSFruits to EatFruits to AvoidServing SizesFAQs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is PCOS? Fruit & PCOS Fruits to Eat Fruits to Avoid Serving Sizes FAQs People with PCOS should avoid some types of fruit. Generally speaking, fruits like apples, citrus, avocados, pears, peaches, and berries are better than some other fruits because they have a lowerglycemic index....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommon UsesArthritis BenefitsSide EffectsDosing InstructionsOther Options Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Uses Arthritis Benefits Side Effects Dosing Instructions Other Options While potentially useful for treating severe knee OA, there is no strong evidence that gabapentin can provide relief from autoimmune forms of arthritis, such asrheumatoid arthritisandpsoriatic arthritis. The article describes how gabapentin is commonly used and how it may be prescribed to treat knee arthritis pain....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Gatorade?BenefitsNutritional FactsIngredientsRisksFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Gatorade? Benefits Nutritional Facts Ingredients Risks FAQ Gatorade is formulated to help replace water,electrolytes, and carbohydrates (specificallysugar) that are lost when we sweat. For athletes who undergo intense, prolonged workouts, an occasional Gatorade for exercise fuel is not bad for you. But with 48 grams (g) of sugar and 380 milligrams (mg) of salt per 28-ounce bottle, Gatorade is not exactly ahealthydrink, either,especially if you have certain risk factors likeobesityortype 2 diabetes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnti-Inflammatory PropertiesOther Health BenefitsNutrition and DosageWho Should Avoid GingerPossible Side Effects Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Anti-Inflammatory Properties Other Health Benefits Nutrition and Dosage Who Should Avoid Ginger Possible Side Effects Ginger comes from a flowering plant that originated in Southeast Asia. The popular spice has been used for medicinal purposes since ancient times and is also a common ingredient in many culinary dishes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Gluten?Gluten’s EffectsConsidering a Gluten-Free Diet Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Gluten? Gluten’s Effects Considering a Gluten-Free Diet You have probably heard of people going on agluten-free dietfor their health and wondered, “Is gluten bad for you?” The answer: maybe—it depends on the individual.Gluten is not inherently bad for you unless you have certain underlying conditions, such asceliac disease....

Unless a medication is specifically labeled asgluten-free, calling the manufacturer is the only way to confirm whether or not your medication is gluten-free. In prescription and over-the-counter medicines,fillersalso called “inactive ingredients” or “excipients,” are added to theactive drug. Fillers provide shape and bulk for tablets and capsules, aid in water absorption helping the tablet to disintegrate, as well as other purposes. Fillers can be derived from any starch source including corn, potatoes, tapioca, and wheat....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDepression and Celiac DiseaseGluten Intolerance and AnxietySuicide Rate in CeliacsGluten-Free and Depression Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Depression and Celiac Disease Gluten Intolerance and Anxiety Suicide Rate in Celiacs Gluten-Free and Depression JGI / Jamie Grill / Getty Images People withceliac diseaseor non-celiacgluten sensitivityoften report depression as one of their symptoms. Many studies have documented this link. Some researchers have speculated that depression in people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity may simply stem from having a chronic health problem, in the same way people with chronic health issues such as arthritis and diabetes tend to get depressed....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGout and GeneticsFamilial RiskRisk FactorsGenetic TestingDiagnosisSymptomsTreatmentCan You Prevent Gout?When to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Gout and Genetics Familial Risk Risk Factors Genetic Testing Diagnosis Symptoms Treatment Can You Prevent Gout? When to See a Provider Diet and lifestyle factors can contribute to the development ofhyperuricemia(high levels of uric acid in the bloodstream). But genetics also play a significant role....