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There are are a few simple habits you can adopt that may reduce the risk of problems developing in your urinary tract, includingurinary tract infections,kidney stones, and chronic UTIs. 1Stay hydratedKicka Witte/Design Pics/Getty ImagesMost healthy people should drink at least eight 8 oz glasses of water over the course of the day. The water you drink gets filtered through your kidneys and then collects in your bladder until you feel the urge to urinate....

This article provides guidelines for recovering from weight loss surgery and tips for successful weight loss. Know When to Call Your Surgeon In the weeks after surgery, you should call your surgeon if: Don’t Drink Calories Avoid Sugar What to Do for Dumping Syndrome Avoid Carbonated Drinks The bubbly nature of carbonated drinks such as soda can cause gas pain and increase the pressure in your stomach, which can be harmful to staples andsutures, especially in the months immediately after surgery....

The teen years can be challenging for everyone; they can be especially challenging, however, for autistic people. The experiences and struggles of every autistic teenager depend on their specific mix of autistic traits, age of diagnosis, the level of acceptance and inclusion of neurodiversity in their family, their support system, and their school environment. Fortunately, there are many ways parents and guardians can prepare for and ease the transition to teenagehood....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsImprove SleepTake BreaksUse CaffeineAlter ActivitiesGet SunlightTake a NapHave a SnackExerciseLower TemperaturesDiscuss Medications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Improve Sleep Take Breaks Use Caffeine Alter Activities Get Sunlight Take a Nap Have a Snack Exercise Lower Temperatures Discuss Medications When you feel tired but need to stay awake, there are things you can do to keep from falling asleep. These include making changes to your environment (such as lighting and temperature), taking breaks to refuel and stimulate yourself, and ensuring you have ample sleep reserves to fall back on when faced with long work or study hours....

Dating can be a daunting process under normal circumstances. But dating with IBS brings those inherent challenges up to a new level. The unpredictability ofsymptoms, special diet needs, and concerns about the need for quick access to a bathroom may all seem like too much to ask a potential love interest to deal with.Sadly, those with IBS are at risk for social isolation when they feel they have no choice but to play it safe and stay close to home....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTraveling With EpilepsyPreparing for Your TripFlyingDrivingTrain or BusPlanning for Seizure TriggersInsurance and Health CareFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Traveling With Epilepsy Preparing for Your Trip Flying Driving Train or Bus Planning for Seizure Triggers Insurance and Health Care Frequently Asked Questions People withepilepsycan and do travel using every mode of transportation. However, it may require extra planning, such as ensuring you have enough medication and requesting accommodations if needed....

Benzoyl peroxideis the most effective over-the-counter acne treatment. It can be found in both over-the-counter andprescription acne medicationin concentrations of 2.5%, 5%, and 10%. Benzoyl peroxide is bactericidal, meaning it kills bacteria. It works againstCutibacterium acnes(C. acnes), a type of bacteria that contributes to the development of acne.Benzoyl peroxide is effective, but it has side effects. It can make your skin dry and flaky and cause a burning sensation when you apply it....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSize ThemCheck PaddingSitting & Getting UpWalkingGoing Up StairsGoing Down Stairs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Size Them Check Padding Sitting & Getting Up Walking Going Up Stairs Going Down Stairs Using crutches may seem simple enough, but that’s not necessarily the case—especially if you’re unaware of some tips you should follow to get around both comfortably and safely. For example, your crutches need to be the correct size....

If you have health insurance and have needed significant medical care—or sometimes, even minor care—you may have experienced a situationwhere the company won’t pay. They may deny the full amount of a claim ormost of it. Do you have to just accept their refusal to cover your medical claim? No. There are actually things you can do. This article will explain why health plans deny claims, how you can reduce your chances of a claim denial, and what to do if your health plan does deny a claim for a medical service you’ve received....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is TIPS?Purpose of a TIPS ProcedureHow to PrepareWhat to Expect on the Day of the ProcedureRecovery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is TIPS? Purpose of a TIPS Procedure How to Prepare What to Expect on the Day of the Procedure Recovery It’s a minimally invasive procedure (not a surgery) that allows an interventional radiologist to place a stent into the liver under image guidance through a small access point in the neck....

Drinking coffee has health benefits, some studies show.But for some people, coffee seems to stir up digestive issues. In fact, some studies suggest that it could causeheartburn,indigestion, andacid reflux. Michelle Gibson / Getty Images To solve this problem, scientists have explored ways to adjust the compounds in coffee to make a gentler brew. This article discusses what’s known about coffee’s role in stomach woes, and whether drinking certain types of coffee can make the experience less gut-wrenching....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTalk to the Decision-Making PersonRead the Clinical GuidelinesSubmit Accurate InfoRepeat the RequestInsurer CompliancyFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Talk to the Decision-Making Person Read the Clinical Guidelines Submit Accurate Info Repeat the Request Insurer Compliancy FAQ If you’re facing a prior-authorization requirement, also known as a pre-authorization requirement, you must get your health plan’s permission before you receive the healthcare service or drug that requires it....

Home remedies are best used toprevent swimmer’s earor to treat it only if you are unable to see a physician right away. If this is your situation, the following information and home remedies should be helpful. RyanJLane / Getty Images Causes Treatment for swimmer’s ear is intended to target these infectious culprits. When you see a healthcare provider you will usually be given a course of antibiotic ear drops. Home remedies for swimmer’s ear are thought to either kill the infection or inhibit its growth....