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These symptoms and signs may indicate that a skin rash is due to an allergic reaction or other serious health problem. This article explains when to worry about a rash in adults and the different types of rashes that can occur. Science Photo Library / Getty Images Types of Rash A rash is simply a change in the skin that affects its color, appearance, or texture. There are many different causes of a rash that may involve an immune system response, toxins, irritants, diseases, infections, environmental factors, or a combination of these....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsLifestyle ChangesPreventive Health CareDiet and NutritionAlternative Medicine Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Lifestyle Changes Preventive Health Care Diet and Nutrition Alternative Medicine Nutrition and lifestyle changes may help you to prevent cataracts, a clouding of the eye’s lens that is the world’s leading cause of blindness.Cataractsoccur with advancing age and that’s not something you can influence, but there are steps you can take to help preserve your vision....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPreventing Condom FailureEfficacyOther ConsiderationsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Preventing Condom Failure Efficacy Other Considerations Frequently Asked Questions Condoms are among the most effective ways to prevent pregnancy and lower the risk ofsexually transmitted infections(STIs). If you use them correctly, condoms offer protection during vaginal, oral, and anal sex. However, condom failure can happen for a variety of reasons including:...

Tension headaches can last 30 minutes to seven days.Living with a tension headache can be disruptive to your life, but there are some things you can try at home to ease the pain. Hot or cold compresses, neck or scalp massages, and adjusting posture are among the many ways to relieve tension headaches and prevent attacks. Maskot / Getty Images 1. Apply a Hot or Cold Compress Apply a hot or cold compress to the affected area—such as the temples, forehead, or neck—for 15 to 20 minutes several times a day as needed....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsBreatheStimulate the SensesRelocateRepeat a PhraseRelax Your MusclesPractice VisualizationExercisePractice MindfulnessFocus on an ObjectTell a Trusted PersonCold Water Facial ImmersionAfter a Panic AttackTreatmentPanic Attack vs. Anxiety Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Breathe Stimulate the Senses Relocate Repeat a Phrase Relax Your Muscles Practice Visualization Exercise Practice Mindfulness Focus on an Object Tell a Trusted Person Cold Water Facial Immersion After a Panic Attack...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It Works10 BenefitsAdding It to Your Routine Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Works 10 Benefits Adding It to Your Routine Meditation is a practice centered on calming the mind and enhancing awareness to foster mental clarity and promote emotional well-being. There are many meditation techniques, with each offering a unique approach and benefits, such as stress reduction, improved focus, emotional regulation, and pain management....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRefined CarbohydratesSweet Pastries and CakesSugary BeveragesSweetened CerealsSaturated FatsProcessed MeatsDried FruitFlavored YogurtFrench FriesCondiments, Dressing & Jams Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Refined Carbohydrates Sweet Pastries and Cakes Sugary Beverages Sweetened Cereals Saturated Fats Processed Meats Dried Fruit Flavored Yogurt French Fries Condiments, Dressing & Jams Avoiding the foods that are the worst for prediabetes can prevent you from developing diabetes. Foods like refined carbohydrates, sweetened cereals, and processed meats are associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes, as well as heart disease....

Key TakeawaysA new review of studies aims to prove diet can play a role in acne development.While the data is still evolving, avoiding chocolate, soda, and dairy might be protective against acne.A review of 10 years of studies and clinical trials shows that what you eat might play a role in whether or not you develop acne. The review, which was published in theInternational Journal of Dermatologyin February 2021, aims to put an end to the question of whether acne and diet are related....

Key TakeawaysPeriod poverty occurs when a person who menstruates does not have access to products used during periods, like pads and tampons.A recent survey of college-aged women in the United States who menstruate found that 1 in 10 experience period poverty.Lacking access to products used during menstruation is also linked to depression. Key Takeaways Period poverty occurs when a person who menstruates does not have access to products used during periods, like pads and tampons....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStatisticsFactsRealitiesMythsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Statistics Facts Realities Myths Frequently Asked Questions There are many misconceptions aboutParkinson’s disease, which has led to widespread misunderstanding about what the disease really is and the effects it has on someone who is living with it. Many people believe that having Parkinson’s means you would look sick, but that’s not always the case....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDrugs It Tests ForDetection TimesReasons for the TestWhat to ExpectGetting Results Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Drugs It Tests For Detection Times Reasons for the Test What to Expect Getting Results A 10-panel drug test checks forprescription drugsas well asrecreational drugsthat are likely to be misused or abused. These typically includemarijuana,opioids, amphetamines, andcocaine. A urine sample won’t detect drugs far back for a 10-panel drug test, but the test can also be done with a hair sample that detects substances for up to three months after use....

Key TakeawaysAccording to a recent study, drinking 100% orange juice may play a positive role in chronic inflammation and oxidative stress.Combatting chronic inflammation can have a positive effect on immune health.While the study showed an overall positive effect of drinking 100% OJ, more research is needed to confirm its potential benefits on inflammation and oxidative stress. Key Takeaways According to a recent study, drinking 100% orange juice may play a positive role in chronic inflammation and oxidative stress....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Do People Cry?Benefits of CryingHow Much Should You Cry?Seeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Do People Cry? Benefits of Crying How Much Should You Cry? Seeking Medical Care Crying is a natural human response to a wide range of emotions. It’s normal to cry sometimes, especially at emotional events such as funerals, graduations, or retirement parties. Both men and women cry more than you may assume....