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Tamoxifen and otherhormone therapydrugs can cause bone and joint pain as a side effect. The pain can have a severe impact on quality of life for some who take these drugs as treatment for hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. Fortunately, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) and other treatments can help improve this side effect. Managing bone pain and other side effects of hormone therapy is critical to help you stay on it for the prescribed five years or more....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Science Photo Library / Getty Images The main symptom of dyspnea is labored breathing. The degree of shortness of breath can vary, with some people experiencing it with physical activity and others experiencing itchronically. Some people describe the shortness of breath they experience with lung cancer as “not being able to catch their breath,” “being unable to get enough air,” and “feeling like they’re being smothered or suffocated....

Key TakeawaysDespite recent cuts in insulin prices, the cost of diabetes care remains quite high, in part due to other medications and supplies necessary for the condition.Primary care providers and endocrinologists are a good first line of defense to help you find accessible treatments and keep appointments affordable.Several organizations exist to help patients find reduced-cost prescriptions and supplies. Key Takeaways Despite recent cuts in insulin prices, the cost of diabetes care remains quite high, in part due to other medications and supplies necessary for the condition....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUnderstanding DiabetesManaging Blood SugarChecking Blood SugarWorking With Your Health Care TeamCopingFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Diabetes GuideLatest Medication Options for Diabetes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Understanding Diabetes Managing Blood Sugar Checking Blood Sugar Working With Your Health Care Team Coping Frequently Asked Questions Next in Diabetes Guide Diabetesis a chronic health condition that occurs when your blood sugar (glucose) is too high....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMiddle Ear InfectionsRuptured Ear DrumSwimmer’s EarPerichondritisSurgery InjuryPain Management Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Middle Ear Infections Ruptured Ear Drum Swimmer’s Ear Perichondritis Surgery Injury Pain Management The various causes ofear painare almost too numerous to count. This article will take a look at the most common causes and explore methods for managing pain related to individual conditions. wilpunt / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of Penile EczemaFrequent Symptoms of Penile EczemaCauses and Risk FactorsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Penile Eczema Frequent Symptoms of Penile Eczema Causes and Risk Factors When to See a Healthcare Provider Treatment Eczema is a common condition that causes the skin to become red, inflamed, and itchy. About 10% of people haveeczema.Despite how common it is, many people don’t realize they can experience eczema on their genitals; this can present as penile eczema in males....

Side effects of radiation therapy, such as skin irritation, fatigue, cough, and more are common during treatment.Having an awareness of simple tips, such as how to care for your skin, how to pace yourself when tired, and staying out of the cold to help your cough can make you more comfortable. It’s also important to know when home remedies aren’t enough and you need to call your healthcare provider. Mark Kostich/Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNatural SupplementsHome RemediesTalking TherapiesIf Natural Treatments for ED Don’t WorkRisks to Treating ED NaturallyWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Natural Supplements Home Remedies Talking Therapies If Natural Treatments for ED Don’t Work Risks to Treating ED Naturally When to See a Healthcare Provider FAQ Erectile dysfunction (ED)is a condition causing an inability to get or keep an erection....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionSigns and SymptomsExecutive Dysfunction and ADHDDiagnosisTreatmentOutlook Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Signs and Symptoms Executive Dysfunction and ADHD Diagnosis Treatment Outlook Executive dysfunctionis most commonly associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and its traits of hyperactivity and attention problems. These traits stem from impairment of a person’s executive functioning skills. It’s linked todysfunction in the brainand the neurological or nervous system....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefits and RisksPractical TipsAlternatives to Running Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits and Risks Practical Tips Alternatives to Running If you have been diagnosed withirritable bowel syndrome (IBS), exercise can be daunting. Intense workouts may aggravate the condition, causing abdominal pain, cramps, and diarrhea. But if you’re keen on exercise or want to work out to be healthier, there are ways to exercise without making your IBS symptoms worse....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns and SymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs and Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Osteoarthritisoften affects thefingers and hands. This causes limitations indaily activitiesthat require fine motor finger movements. Like other types of arthritis, finger osteoarthritis can develop with age or stress on the joints. Several treatments can diminish the pain and increase mobility, helping you continue to perform daily tasks with ease....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGrief JourneyTypes of GriefHelp for ParentsPersonal GriefSibling GriefFamily Grief Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Grief Journey Types of Grief Help for Parents Personal Grief Sibling Grief Family Grief Losing a child, whether anticipated or unexpected, can bring overwhelming pain. The grief that follows the death of a child is likely to feel paralyzing and endless. With time, healthy coping tools, and help from loved ones and professionals, however, the worst parts of grief will eventually pass....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy It SmellsSkin HygieneLifestyle ChangesAt-Home RemediesWhen to See a DoctorFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why It Smells Skin Hygiene Lifestyle Changes At-Home Remedies When to See a Doctor Frequently Asked Questions People withHidradenitis suppurativa(HS) often experience painful and swollen lesions in the armpit, groin, anal, abdominal folds, or breast areas. These lesions or areas of inflammation can turn intocystsorboilsfilled withpusthat can leak or seep....