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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are They?CausesTreatmentWhen to Contact a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are They? Causes Treatment When to Contact a Healthcare Provider Preauricularlymph nodesare lymphatic structures in front of your ears, on either side of your face.They’re part of thelymphatic system,which helps clear bacteria, viruses, and other infection causes from your body.Swollen lymph nodes, called lymphadenopathy oradenopathy, commonly occur when your body is fighting off an infection....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFunctionEffectsFood SourcesSupplementsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Function Effects Food Sources Supplements Frequently Asked Questions Research shows that gut health significantly impacts overall well-being.You can support your gut health usingprebiotics,probiotics, andpostbiotics. Each serves a different yet collaborative purpose in encouraging good bacteria to thrive in yourdigestive system. This article discusses the differences between prebiotics and probiotics, their effects on gut health, and the best sources of each....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsDiagnosisRisk FactorsTreatmentProgression Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Diagnosis Risk Factors Treatment Progression In this article, you’ll learn the signs of actinic cheilitis and what the difference is between chapped lips and actinic cheilitis lip symptoms. The article will also cover diagnosis, risk factors, causes, treatment, and prognosis of actinic cheilitis on the lips. This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen Polyp Is CancerousRisk StatisticsPrecancerous PolypsLiving With Cancerous PolypsSupport Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When Polyp Is Cancerous Risk Statistics Precancerous Polyps Living With Cancerous Polyps Support Polyps are abnormal tissue growths that can develop in different parts of the body, most often in the colon and the uterus. While most polyps are benign (not harmful), some types have the potential to become cancerous....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNot an EmergencySymptomsHow Heart Attack DiffersCausesTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Not an Emergency Symptoms How Heart Attack Differs Causes Treatment Precordial catch syndrome, also known as Texidor’s twinge, is a sharp, stabbing pain in the chest. It comes on quickly and without warning, and may feel like sharp pains near the heart or a quick pain in the chest. Precordial Catch Syndrome Is Not a Medical Emergency Experiencing pain in your chest, especially on the left side, can immediately make you think you’re having a heart attack....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is the A1C Test?Diagnosing PrediabetesWho Should Be Tested?Symptoms and ComplicationsOther TestsNext StepsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is the A1C Test? Diagnosing Prediabetes Who Should Be Tested? Symptoms and Complications Other Tests Next Steps Frequently Asked Questions Prediabetesmeans a person has a high risk of developingtype 2 diabetes. The diagnosis of prediabetes is based on several health tests, especially blood glucose (sugar) and hemoglobin A1C....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Prediabetes?Prediabetes DietFoods to AvoidExercise With DietFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Prediabetes? Prediabetes Diet Foods to Avoid Exercise With Diet Frequently Asked Questions Changing your diet can help delay the transition fromprediabetes (a condition of higher-than-normal blood sugar levels) to type 2 diabetes. Prioritizing nutrient-rich, high-quality foods alongside healthy lifestyle habits can help support optimal blood sugar (glucose) control....

Key TakeawaysPrediabetes in adolescents in the United States has doubled over the last 20 years, in part because more children are overweight and obese.The childhood obesity epidemic is a complex phenomenon that is rooted in many social, environmental, and economic factors.Experts are calling for more prevention and screening of teens for prediabetes. While it starts with a teen’s family, prevention also needs to include communities and schools. Key Takeaways Prediabetes in adolescents in the United States has doubled over the last 20 years, in part because more children are overweight and obese....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFactors Affecting PrognosisBODE Index ResultsCOPD and Lung Cancer Risk Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Factors Affecting Prognosis BODE Index Results COPD and Lung Cancer Risk While certainly a difficult topic to consider if you or a loved one have beendiagnosed with the disease, learning the prognosis of COPD can be important. For some, it is what prompts them to make much-needed changes that may improve their quality of life and help them live longer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPrednisone UsesCardiac Side EffectsProtect Your HeartWho Is at Risk?Before Taking Prednisone Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Prednisone Uses Cardiac Side Effects Protect Your Heart Who Is at Risk? Before Taking Prednisone Prednisone, a steroid drug used to treatinflammation, can causeheart palpitations(skipped, pounding, or racing heartbeats) as well as other cardiac side effects likebradycardia(slowed heartbeats),tachycardia(rapid heartbeats), andatrial fibrillation(irregular heartbeats). Prednisone can cause an imbalance ofelectrolytesthat helps regulate heartbeats, including potassium, calcium, sodium, and magnesium....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It Stops PainWhen PrescribedHow to TakeBefore Taking Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Stops Pain When Prescribed How to Take Before Taking Prednisone is a corticosteroid medication used to decrease inflammation. Though not a pain medication, it can help to relieve pain. It is commonly prescribed to treatrheumatoid arthritis (RA), gout, lupus, chronic lower back pain, and knee osteoarthritis....

Prednisone is prescribed to treat many different types of inflammatory conditions, everything fromskin rashestoinflammatory bowel disease(IBD).Prednisone may be given for only a short time, such as over a few days to much longer periods. Some people who take prednisone for chronic conditions have trouble stopping the drug because the symptoms return every time the dose is lowered.This is called steroid-dependent, and most healthcare providers agree it’s not an optimal form of treatment....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Prednisone?Side EffectsSerious Side EffectsLong-Term Side EffectsSide Effects in Children and TeensWhat to Avoid Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Prednisone? Side Effects Serious Side Effects Long-Term Side Effects Side Effects in Children and Teens What to Avoid Despite being an effective treatment for numerous inflammatory diseases,prednisoneis linked to both short- and long-term side effects. Nonetheless, if a healthcare provider prescribes prednisone, it’s because the benefits outweigh the risks....