Health Conditions

Sometimes problems with your nails can point to a more serious condition. Discover what kinds of nail issues might indicate an autoimmune disease.

Diabetes is a common health condition in the U.S. So you may wonder if you're bound to get it if it runs in your family. Here's how genetics may play a role.

A new study published in Nature Medicine suggests that COVID reinfection can put a person at risk for health conditions in the months following the illness.

Heart failure is a leading cause of death, but it can often be difficult to diagnose initially. Learn how the Apple Watch is being used to recognize it.

Strokes can be difficult to understand for a lot of people. Let's take a look at the top myths surrounding strokes, and establish what's true and what's not.

What people might at first write off as a pimple sometimes turns out to be a cold sore. These blisters like to appear on the lips and overstay their welcome.

Cardiomyopathy is kind of a long medical word. Here, we discuss what it means, its causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Ovarian cysts can happen to anyone with ovaries. Here is a deep dive into what they are, how to find out if you have them, and how to treat them.

Have you ever wondered what exactly is atrial fibrillation? If so, we've got some answers for you.

Folake Olowofoyeku endured years of agony before her endometriosis surgery. She told Health Digest how she was finally able to conquer it with treatment.

Catching the flu can be miserable and even deadly for some. But, this year may be slightly different regarding the flu vaccine for those over 65 years old.

Cerebral palsy is a motor disorder that's typically diagnosed early in a child's life. Here's what you need to know about the causes, symptoms, and treatments.

You can curb your allergy symptoms in more ways than just using your basic allergy pills. Here are some things to try out to cut down that sneezing.

To figure out which OTC flu medicine is preferred by readers of Health Digest, we asked 610 readers to choose their go-to product. Here's what they had to say.

No matter the cause and origins, vertigo can undoubtedly be frightening. Learn more about what causes vertigo and how it is commonly treated.

Many people switching are from cigarettes to vaping hoping that it is less harmful to health. But can you still get lung cancer with vaping?

Crohn's is an inflammatory bowel disease that can affect not only the digestive tract but other parts of the body. Here's what you should know.

If your eyelid is red and swollen with a stye, you may be wondering if it is contagious to other people. This is what you need to know about styes.

Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract. These are the best exercises to help manage symptoms when you have ulcerative colitis.

Alcohol use disorder is a serious condition affecting many Americans. Learn how a heart disease pill may help to reduce alcohol cravings, according to a study.

If you've been experiencing some constipation, you may consider taking Miralax. However, it's best to know how long it'll take to start working.

You are probably familiar with anorexia and bulimia, but several other conditions also involve disordered eating. Here are the ones you may not have heard of.

Comedian Gallagher, who was known for his watermelon-smashing antics has died at the age of 76. Read on to find out the cause of Gallagher's death.

In order to monitor for certain conditions, your doctor may assess your alkaline phosphatase level. Here's what it means if your alkaline phosphatase is high.

Allergies can be a pain, and they are something you may suffer from all year, even if you're spending most of your time indoors. Here are some inside allergens.

If you have seasonal allergies, you may notice that they get worse in the afternoon or evening hours. Here's why your allergies may feel worse later in the day.

If you grind your teeth at night, you may have considered trying a mouth guard. But are upper or lower night guards best for you? Read on to find out.