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While an individual is considered capable of making decisions for themselves when they reach age 18 in the United States, the legal rights of autistic adults can be more complex. Sofie Delauw / Getty Images In this article, learn about current options to support autistic adults with decision-making. These include guardianship, supported decision-making, health proxies, and powers of attorney. Why Is Legal Support Necessary? Parents of autistic children sometimes assume they will always have the authority to make decisions on their child’s behalf, especially if their child cannot understand their rights....

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)affects around 1.2 million people in the United States.Great strides have been made to improve life expectancy with HIV infection, especially when the virus is diagnosed early. However,there is no cure. A lifetime of doctor’s appointments, testing, and treatments are needed to manage HIV. And aside from being vital for survival, these treatments are expensive. This article discusses the relationship between the cost and the effectiveness of HIV treatment....

Ear infectionsare common, especially among young children.Some people have a tendency to develop frequent ear infections, which may be referred to as recurrent ear infections or chronic ear infections. There are severalcauses of middle ear infections, and allergies can predispose some people to ear infections. Oliver Rossi / Getty Images TheEustachian tubeis a small tube that leads from the middle ear into the back of the throat. When it becomes blocked, mucus, fluid, bacteria, and other germs may become trapped and multiply....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnxiety and Blood PressureShared CausesTreatmentsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Anxiety and Blood Pressure Shared Causes Treatments Frequently Asked Questions Anxiety and high blood pressure (hypertension) can occur together and even cause each other. High anxiety levels can lead to a spike in blood pressure, and getting a diagnosis of high blood pressure can lead to anxiety. However, some other medical conditions and medications can cause both high blood pressure and anxiety....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesOther UsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageInteractionsSimilar SupplementsSources & What to Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Other Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Interactions Similar Supplements Sources & What to Look For Benfotiamineis a dietary supplement that is converted in the body to thiamine (vitamin B1). Thiamine helps your body turn nutrients into energy and is essential for brain function.Some people use benfotiamine to raise thiamine levels because it is considered highly bioavailable....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is the Link?ExamplesMedication and MemoryOffsetting Memory LossOutlook When ChronicDementia Prevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is the Link? Examples Medication and Memory Offsetting Memory Loss Outlook When Chronic Dementia Prevention Memory problems can occur in people with bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder can impact cognitive function, particularly during mood swings. Medications for bipolar disorder may also interfere with memory. Memory and Bipolar Link Memory problems are often reported symptoms ofbipolar disorder....

Chlorine, other pool chemicals, and ocean water can affect eczema. Eczema is a group of noncontagious skin conditions that cause inflamed skin. Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema. Signs of inflamed skin include a rash, itchiness, and excessive dryness. It can affect the hands, feet, face, inside the elbows, and behind the knees. Scratching the affected areas can lead to more swelling, itching, and redness. Although the cause ofeczemais unknown, you are at a higher risk of developing eczema if you haveasthmaorallergies....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe LinkPotential CausesAvoiding DairyTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Link Potential Causes Avoiding Dairy Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Some healthcare providers believe that what we eat may indeed affect our skin and makeacneworse, and evidence is mounting that points a finger at something you probably think of as good for you: milk. Studies suggest that milk drinkers develop more severe acne than non-milk drinkers....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDiabetes and SleepSleep Issues Associated With Type 2 DiabetesTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Diabetes and Sleep Sleep Issues Associated With Type 2 Diabetes Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Diabetesis a chronic disease that causes a disruption in the metabolism of sugar (glucose), resulting in high blood sugar. In the U.S., 11.3% or 37.3 million people have diabetes, and 23% or 8....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsTreatmentContipation After TreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Treatment Contipation After Treatment Prevention In addition to abdominal pain, some people experience bowel symptoms such as constipation during a flare-up ofdiverticulitis. This article will cover how common constipation is with diverticulitis, how the two may or may not be related, and how they might be treated when they occur together. Kinga Krzeminska / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Bloating?SymptomsDiagnosisOther GI IssuesTreatmentTriggersManagement Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Bloating? Symptoms Diagnosis Other GI Issues Treatment Triggers Management Endometriosis bloating can occur at any time, but often happens: This article will discuss the symptoms and causes of endo belly, how bloating due to endometriosis is diagnosed, triggers for endo belly, and ways it can be managed. Kiwis / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWeather’s ImpactWeather ResearchOther Pain ConditionsWhy Weather MattersWhat to Do About ItFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Weather’s Impact Weather Research Other Pain Conditions Why Weather Matters What to Do About It Frequently Asked Questions Many people withfibromyalgiasay weather sensitivity is part of the condition. However, when you ask what kind of weather affects them most, the answers vary greatly....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIs Dyeing Your Hair Bad?ResearchEffect on Black WomenSafety Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Is Dyeing Your Hair Bad? Research Effect on Black Women Safety The studies referenced in this article and in the majority of research on hair coloring are focused oncisgenderwomen. To remain consistent with research, “women” will be used throughout this article to refer to cisgender women. An estimated one-third or more of women over age 18 and about 10% of men over age 40 use some form of hair dye....