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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNormal Bite vs. Skeeter SyndromeCausesWho’s at Risk?Allergy vs. InfectionDiagnosisTreatmentPreventionFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Normal Bite vs. Skeeter Syndrome Causes Who’s at Risk? Allergy vs. Infection Diagnosis Treatment Prevention FAQ For people with a mosquito bite allergy, also known as “skeeter syndrome,” symptoms are more severe than the itchy red bump of amosquito bite. They can include a rash, large areas of excessive swelling, and even bruising that lasts for several days....

Key Takeaways Summer might be over, but that doesn’t mean that the threat of pesky insects doesn’t linger. Aptly named sand flies—tiny tan insects that are about a quarter of the size of a mosquito—have become an insect of concern in the United States. Cutaneous leishmaniasis is the form that causes skin sores. Visceral affects internal organs, such as the spleen, liver, and bone marrow, and mucocutaneous destroys the body’s mucus membranes of the nose, mouth, and throat....

Key TakeawaysA new study found that most people in the U.S. do not eat a diet that meets national dietary guidelines for preventing cancer.Overall, people needed to incorporate more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fiber into their diet.Experts recommend making small, manageable diet changes. Key Takeaways A new study found that most people in the U.S. do not eat a diet that meets national dietary guidelines for preventing cancer.Overall, people needed to incorporate more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fiber into their diet....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat’s Most Effective?B12 DeficiencyCritical IllnessGuillain-BarréDiabetic NeuropathyAlcoholic NeuropathyDrug-InducedPain TreatmentsWeakness TreatmentsNumbness TreatmentsPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What’s Most Effective? B12 Deficiency Critical Illness Guillain-Barré Diabetic Neuropathy Alcoholic Neuropathy Drug-Induced Pain Treatments Weakness Treatments Numbness Treatments Prevention The most effective treatment forneuropathyvaries from person to person. Treatment often depends on the underlying cause of the neuropathy, such as vitamin B12 deficiency or diabetes.While neuropathy cannot be cured or reversed, several medical approaches can help stop it from getting worse....

Key Takeaways Prescription eyeglasses don’t exactly constitute effective personal protective equipment (PPE) for preventing COVID-19. But a recent study suggests that eyeglass wearers may be at a lower risk for COVID-19 infection. In a September study published inJAMA Ophthalmology, researchersexamined people hospitalized in China for COVID-19. Fewer of these patients wore glasses for extended daily use compared to the general population. Researchers believe the lower rate of COVID-19 in eyeglass wearers might be because lenses encourage less eye rubbing....

Key TakeawaysThree major credit reporting agencies—Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion—are removing most medical debt from credit reports starting in July.The change may provide relief to Americans who are dealing with financial consequences from incurring medical debts.Experts applaud the change, but say changes from credit reporting agencies alone are not enough to alleviate healthcare costs. Key Takeaways Three major credit reporting agencies—Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion—are removing most medical debt from credit reports starting in July....

Key TakeawaysBlood pressure and cholesterol are important metrics for cardiovascular health, but most people don’t know their levels.If you’re in good health, you really only need to learn your levels annually. Key Takeaways Blood pressure and cholesterol are important metrics for cardiovascular health, but most people don’t know their levels.If you’re in good health, you really only need to learn your levels annually. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America, but a new survey finds most people don’t know important information about their personal risk of developing the condition....

Key TakeawaysNew research shows that people diagnosed with early stage breast cancer have a high survival rate and are likely to become long-term survivors.While the research did not focus on why mortality rates have improved, experts suggest it’s due to better treatments and earlier screenings.Women with a history of breast cancer in their families or with genetic predisposition to the disease should go for regular check-ups and screenings to increase the chance of early detection....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityInteractionsHow to StoreSimilar SupplementsSources & What to Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Interactions How to Store Similar Supplements Sources & What to Look For Motherwort(Leonurus cardiaca)is a perennial herb traditionally used to treat anxiety, high blood pressure, symptoms of menstruation and menopause, and more.Very few scientific studies, though, have focused on the treatment effects of motherwort in humans....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWho Is at RiskSymptomsMedicationsHealth ConditionsTreatmentPreventionWhen to Get Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Who Is at Risk Symptoms Medications Health Conditions Treatment Prevention When to Get Help Motion sickness (kinetosis) causes symptoms that include dizziness,nausea, andheadache. It occurs when you’re moving (in a car, for example) and your brain receives mixed signals from your body, inner ear, and eyes about its surroundings....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAre They the Same?What Is Ibuprofen?Types of Motrin and AdvilRecommended DosePossible Side EffectsSevere Complications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Are They the Same? What Is Ibuprofen? Types of Motrin and Advil Recommended Dose Possible Side Effects Severe Complications Motrin and Advil are both brand-name products containingibuprofen, anonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Because they have the same active ingredient, there is no significant difference in Motrin vs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTreatmentDiagnosisWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment Diagnosis When to See a Healthcare Provider Mottled skin, orlivedo reticularis, is a bluish-red net- or lace-like appearance underneath the skin. While the symptom is typically harmless and often develops after cold exposure, it can also signify a chronic medical condition. This article discusses the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for people with mottled skin....

Key Takeaways People who took tirzepatide were 38% less likely to die, be hospitalized, or need to increase their heart failure medication because of heart complications, compared to those taking a placebo. The study also showed that the drug improved the daily symptoms of living with heart failure and obesity, according toJeff Emmick, MD, PhD, senior vice president of product development at Lilly. Nearly 6.7 million U.S. adults have heart failure....