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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStay Ahead of the PainTreatmentSelf-CareCausesSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Stay Ahead of the Pain Treatment Self-Care Causes Seeking Medical Care If you havesevere menstrual crampsorperiodpain, you know how much this type of discomfort can interfere with your daily routine. Overwhelming period pain can have a tremendous effect on your quality of life. Using pain relievers, applying heat to your abdomen, and taking a warm bath are just a few ways to get relief....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsCausesIntensityHalf-LivesTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is Causes Intensity Half-Lives Treatment Prevention Reboundinsomniahappens when you have been taking sleeping pills and suddenly stop. Whether or not you get rebound insomnia when you stop takingsleeping medicationsdepends on personal factors and the sleep aid you were taking. This article will go over why rebound insomnia occurs with medications like Ambien, Lunesta, Benadryl, Klonopin, Ativan, and trazodone and what you can do if it happens to you....

Like all aspects of thegluten-free diet, shopping for food becomes easier once you have some experience. Many foods are naturally gluten-free, and you’ll be able to buy these as before at your local supermarket. If you live near a Whole Foods Market, a Wegmans, or a Trader Joe’s, you are in luck, because these chains are veritable gold mines of gluten-free products. But if not, you can still take heart, because more and more grocery stores now allocate space to gluten-free products....

Key TakeawaysStoring avocados in water can encourage bacteria growth and lead to foodborne illnesses.Citrus acid like lemon or lime juice is a better preservative that can be used on the cut surface of avocados.Water infused with fruits or vegetables should be consumed within two hours if they were left at room temperature.The viral TikTok trend to preserve uneaten avocados in water is not safe, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Straight Leg Test?Who Should Have a Straight Leg Test?Testing Nerve IrritationTesting the Extensor Mechanism Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Straight Leg Test? Who Should Have a Straight Leg Test? Testing Nerve Irritation Testing the Extensor Mechanism The straight leg raise test is done to gauge several aspects of your legs' strength and stability. It’s most often performed to check nerve and muscle function,and it may reveal why you’re unable to raise your leg....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Reflex?Normal vs. PathologicalStrange ReflexesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Reflex? Normal vs. Pathological Strange Reflexes Frequently Asked Questions A reflex is an automatic or involuntary body movement. Thenervous systemtells your body to kick a leg, curl the toes, or move in some other way because something has touched you or alerted your senses. Some reflexes, like pulling your hand away from a hot pan, are normal....

Strattera has been shown to work as well as stimulant drugs, such asRitalin (methylphennidate), in reducing ADHD related symptoms in children and adolescents. Peter Dazeley / Getty Images This article explains how Strattera works. It also covers its warnings, as well as what research on Strattera has found. What Does Strattera Do? Norepinephrine is associate with managing your: Within one to two weeks, you may begin to notice a symptom reduction....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsComparing Strattera vs. AdderallHow Do Strattera and Adderall Work?How to TakeSafety WarningsSide EffectsCostFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Comparing Strattera vs. Adderall How Do Strattera and Adderall Work? How to Take Safety Warnings Side Effects Cost Frequently Asked Questions Strattera (atomoxetine)and Adderall (dextroamphetamine and amphetamine) are prescription medicines used to treatattention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Although both are effective for treating ADHD, Strattera and Adderall differ in how they work in the body, their associated side effects, their potential for dependency, and more....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Makes Strawberries Good for You?Strawberry Nutrition InformationHow Many Strawberries Should You Eat in a Day?Interactions, Intolerance, and Allergy Symptoms Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Makes Strawberries Good for You? Strawberry Nutrition Information How Many Strawberries Should You Eat in a Day? Interactions, Intolerance, and Allergy Symptoms Strawberries may be known for their sweet taste and juicy consistency, but their health benefits extend far beyond that....

Key TakeawaysA group of researchers from Brazil found consistently performing strength training could help lower your blood pressure.Experts say any physical activity—including strength training—can increase heart rate and the diameter of blood vessels, which can improve blood flow to the body and reduce overall blood pressure.If you want to build your own strength training routine, experts recommend finding movements and exercises that you enjoy, working with a trained professional like a personal trainer, and starting slow....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Inflammation Looks & FeelsDifferent CausesFinding ReliefConsidering AntibioticsComplications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Inflammation Looks & Feels Different Causes Finding Relief Considering Antibiotics Complications It can be tricky to tell the difference between “regular” sore throats and strep, but the appearance of your throat and pain severity may help you decide whether to let it run its course or see a provider for testing and treatment....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewCausesSymptomsTreatmentPreventionTonsillectomy Considerations Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Causes Symptoms Treatment Prevention Tonsillectomy Considerations You can still get strep throat if you’ve had your tonsils removed. Strep throat is a bacterial infection of the throat and tonsils. Although swelling—and sometimes even infectious oozing—of the tonsils can happen withstrep throat, you can develop this infection in the lining of your throat with or without tonsils....

Key Takeaways Many people may be going through life experiencing concussion-like symptoms—like headaches, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating—without ever suffering an injury. In a new study, researchers found between 11% and 27% of college athletes with no history of recent concussions actually reported symptoms that met the criteria for post-concussion syndrome (PCS). Three factors were most likely to predict PCS-like symptoms: stress, lack of sleep, and existing mental health problems. “Clinicians should consider both injury-related factors, as well as non-injury-related factors—like mental health history and sleep—in evaluating an athlete following a concussion,” lead author of the studyJaclyn Caccese, PhD, an assistant professor at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, tells Verywell....