Finding alump in your breastisn’t something anyone wants to experience, but in May of 2019, when I was 62, that happened to me. I was lying awake in bed one night when I happened to put my hand on my upper chest, and I felt something under my skin. I wasn’t sure how long it had been there, but I immediately knew it wasn’t normal. I called my gynecologist the next day and scheduled an exam, just to be safe....
Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGetting DiagnosedIBS ProvidersWhen to Seek Medical CareFind an IBS ProviderPrep for Your First VisitTreatmentsProvider-Patient RelationshipSevere IBS Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Getting Diagnosed IBS Providers When to Seek Medical Care Find an IBS Provider Prep for Your First Visit Treatments Provider-Patient Relationship Severe IBS Care Irritable bowel syndrome(IBS) causes gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and bloating. Getting an accurate, timely diagnosis from a healthcare provider helps minimize the disruptive effects of IBS....
Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGoals of TreatmentTypes of TreatmentsLines of TreatmentFor MenThe Best TreatmentQuestions to Ask YourselfPrognosisAdvocating for YourselfNext in Metastatic Breast Cancer Guide GuideChemotherapy for Metastatic Breast Cancer Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Goals of Treatment Types of Treatments Lines of Treatment For Men The Best Treatment Questions to Ask Yourself Prognosis Advocating for Yourself Next in Metastatic Breast Cancer Guide Guide Before talking about all of the specific treatments which you may choose formetastatic breast cancer, it helps to talk about the types of treatments, the goals of treatment, and what particular treatments are often used first to address metastatic cancer....
Key TakeawaysHypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a potentially deadly heart condition that often has no symptoms.People with HCM can manage the condition, but an early diagnosis and working with a cardiologist is essential to improve a person’s outcomes.Anyone with a family history of HCM or sudden, unexplained cardiac death in their family should be screened for the condition. Key Takeaways Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a potentially deadly heart condition that often has no symptoms....
Key TakeawaysAlmost half of Americans lied about something COVID-related or complying with public health measures on at least one occasion, according to a national survey.Experts say this level of noncompliance undoubtedly had an impact on the severity of the pandemic.The survey underscores the need to tailor new strategies to specific demographics in order to improve public health messaging. Key Takeaways Almost half of Americans lied about something COVID-related or complying with public health measures on at least one occasion, according to a national survey....
Key TakeawaysIn the fall of 2020, almost half of college students screened in a survey were experiencing depression and/or anxiety.COVID-19, systemic racism and inequality, and political unrest are all added stressors on college students' day to day.Professors can institute small changes, like being flexible with grades and deadlines, in an effort to ease the burden on students during this time. Key Takeaways In the fall of 2020, almost half of college students screened in a survey were experiencing depression and/or anxiety....
Key TakeawaysA study shows that while the percentage of unvaccinated but willing individuals has decreased, they still make up about 44% of unvaccinated Americans.Meeting unvaccinated people where they are has been effective in encouraging more people to get the shot.Trusted local messengers can help significantly in persuading unvaccinated individuals. Key Takeaways A study shows that while the percentage of unvaccinated but willing individuals has decreased, they still make up about 44% of unvaccinated Americans....
Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Bronchitis?Nebulizer TreatmentNebulizer InstructionsNebulizer CleaningWhen to Call a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Bronchitis? Nebulizer Treatment Nebulizer Instructions Nebulizer Cleaning When to Call a Healthcare Provider Having a cough can be miserable, keeping you awake at night and interrupting your day as well. A common cause of cough isbronchitis, an inflammation of the bronchi, the tubes that carry air into your lungs....
Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Crepitus IsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Crepitus Is Causes Diagnosis Treatment Occasional neck crepitus isn’t normally something to worry about. But chronic, repetitive, or painful cracking could point to a more serious problem. Verywell / Ellen Lindner What Is Crepitus? Crepitusis cracking, popping, and grinding sounds in your joints. You may hear and feel it when you move. These grinding sounds and sensations are often tied to stiff joints that havecartilagedamage....
Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsEmergency TreatmentRelief at HomeComplications and Risk FactorsHow to Manage Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Emergency Treatment Relief at Home Complications and Risk Factors How to Manage Neck pain and dizziness, which are both very common symptoms, can occur together. You may experience each of these symptoms together for separate reasons, but sometimes these two symptoms may be related. The overlap between neck pain and dizziness is often referred to ascervicogenicdizziness....
GlobalStock / Getty Images There are many possible causes ofneck pain, regardless of whether you’re a woman or a man. Neck pain is common, especially in older adults, and it can result from muscle strain, injury, arthritis, a more serious cause (such as cancer spreading to the cervical spine), and several different diseases. Could Neck Pain Mean Parkinson’s? Sometimes the effects of Parkinson’s disease can cause pain. Difficulty moving, tremors, and stiffness can contribute to muscle cramps, which can be painful....
Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNeck Sprain SymptomsGrades of Neck SprainsWhen to See the Doctor Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Neck Sprain Symptoms Grades of Neck Sprains When to See the Doctor A neck or back sprain occurs as a result of trauma, such as awhiplash incident, a fall, or sudden twisting movement of the spine. A sprain affects ligaments, which are bands of tissues that, like straps, hold the bones together at the joints....
Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Neck Surgery?Various Surgery TechniquesPotential RisksPurpose of Neck SurgeryHow to PrepareWhat to ExpectRecoveryLong-Term Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Neck Surgery? Various Surgery Techniques Potential Risks Purpose of Neck Surgery How to Prepare What to Expect Recovery Long-Term Care These conditions can cause pinching of the spinal cord itself, or of thespinal nerve rootsthat exit from the spinal cord....
