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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment A perforated bowel, or ruptured colon, occurs when a hole is made in the innermost layer of the lining of thecolon, the last place stool passes through before reaching the anus. A ruptured colon can happen due to an injury or illness, such asinflammatory bowel disease(IBD), that harms your digestive tract....

Peter Dazeley / Getty Images When the Eustachian tube fails to function properly (a condition called Eustachian tube dysfunction), pressure can build inside of the middle ear, causing theeardrum to bulgeor even rupture (this means that the thin membrane actually breaks or gets a hole in it). Many conditions can cause Eustachian tube dysfunction, including excess mucus (congestion) from a cold or allergies, which may clog the auditory tube or prevent it from opening properly....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment A ruptured spleen refers tobleeding into the abdominal cavityfrom a torn or lacerated spleen. Most spleen damage is due to traumatic injury, but it can occur spontaneously if the spleen is inflamed or diseased. All of the circulation of blood and lymph through the spleen makes it a prime candidate for bleeding if injured....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRybelsusMetforminKey DifferencesWhich Works Better?DosingSide EffectsPrecautionsDrug Interactions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Rybelsus Metformin Key Differences Which Works Better? Dosing Side Effects Precautions Drug Interactions Rybelsus is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonist available as a tablet. It is used to treat type 2 diabetes. Metformin is a biguanide drug available as a tablet and an oral liquid. It is also used to treat type 2 diabetes, and is approved to be used in younger people compared to Rybelsus, which is only approved for adults....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDifferencesUses & IngredientsEfficacySide EffectsWhich One Should I Take? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Differences Uses & Ingredients Efficacy Side Effects Which One Should I Take? When comparing Rybelsus vs. Ozempic, you may be aware of their similarities. As two type 2 diabetes medications in the same prescription drug class (glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists), both non-insulin options help to lower blood sugar and expedite weight loss....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSaccharin vs. SugarSaccharin SafetySaccharin Alternatives Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Saccharin vs. Sugar Saccharin Safety Saccharin Alternatives Research in the 1970s linked saccharin with the onset ofbladder cancerin lab rats. However, further studies proved that saccharin is safe for human use. Today, it is approved for use in more than 100 countries. This article describes how saccharin compares to sugar and its safety for human use....

Thesacroiliac joint, often referred to as the “SI joint” is the space located between the sacrum bone and the back of the hip bone. You might think of the SI joint as the place where the spine connects to the pelvis at and around the level of your hips. You have two SI joints—one on either side of thesacrum. MedicalRF.com / Getty Images Bones of the SI Joint Like mostjoints of the body, the sacroiliac is comprised of two bones, namely, the sacrum and the ilium....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNSAID Side EffectsNSAIDs and Heart RisksSafer NSAID AlternativesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents NSAID Side Effects NSAIDs and Heart Risks Safer NSAID Alternatives Frequently Asked Questions Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs(NSAIDs) are commonly used to treat acute and chronic pain associated with conditions like arthritis. It is also used to reduce fevers and inflammations. They can also prevent blood from clotting. The most common over-the-counter NSAIDs include ibuprofen, aspirin, and naproxen....

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medications are often a first-line recommendation for over-the-counter (OTC) pain management. They can treat aches and pains from illness, headaches, menstrual cramps, and other common conditions. Individuals with irritable bowel disease (IBD) may experience pain daily due to their IBD or extra-intestinal conditions such as arthritis. However, somegastroenterologistsrecommend that IBD patients stay away from NSAIDs. The reason is because NSAIDs can cause damage to the mucosal lining of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIs Vaping Marijuana Safe?EVALISide EffectsMarijuana vs. NicotineVape TypesSafer AlternativesTeens and Vaping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Is Vaping Marijuana Safe? EVALI Side Effects Marijuana vs. Nicotine Vape Types Safer Alternatives Teens and Vaping Vaping marijuana is often touted as safer than smoking it. That’s because vaporizers heat—but don’t burn—herb, oil, or wax forms of marijuana inhaled through the device. However, vapingmarijuanaisn’t safe in general, and in some ways, it may be more dangerous than smoking weed....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUses and BenefitsInflammation DebateDrawbacksWho Should Avoid It?Comparisons Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses and Benefits Inflammation Debate Drawbacks Who Should Avoid It? Comparisons Safflower oil is lower insaturated fatty acidsthan corn oil, olive oil, and most other cooking oils.Foods that are high in these types of fats can lead to highercholesterollevels, which can increase your risk ofheart disease. While safflower oil may help improve your health, it may also increase pro-inflammatory substances in the body due to its content ofomega-6 fatty acids....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsCancer PreventionLower CholesterolImproved MemoryAnti-Inflammatory EffectsMenopause SymptomsWarnings and InteractionsSide EffectsDosage Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Cancer Prevention Lower Cholesterol Improved Memory Anti-Inflammatory Effects Menopause Symptoms Warnings and Interactions Side Effects Dosage Sage is an herb that may offer health benefits, such as lowering cholesterol, improving memory, protecting against cancer, and more. The scientific name for common sage isSalvia officinalis. Other edible varieties includeSalvia lavandulaefoliaandSalvia plebeia....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is the SAGE test?How to Take ItHow It WorksWhen to See Your Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is the SAGE test? How to Take It How It Works When to See Your Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Daly and Newton OJO Images / Getty Images SAGE is a self-administered test available online. It has been scientifically evaluated in comparison with othercommon dementia testsand has been found to be an accurate tool to identify signs of memory and thinking impairment....