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Woman rubbing her eyes with the backs of her hands

Meredith Cooper

What It Really Means When The Corner Of Your Eye Hurts

Allergies, dusty boxes, windy days at the beach. Most people have, at some point in their eyes, gone through eye irritation. But what's the underlying cause?

woman concerned about cold sore on her lip

Maria Faller

Foods That Can Make Your Cold Sore Worse

If you have a cold sore or feel a flare-up coming on, there are a few foods you may want to avoid. Read on to learn which foods can interfere with healing.

Maria Faller

The Big Difference Between Celiac Disease And Gluten Intolerance

Celiac disease and gluten intolerance may seem similar, but they are actually different conditions with different impacts. Read on to find out more.

Jay Wilson

14 Reasons You May Have Painful Urination

Pain during urination can indicate a number of possible health conditions that range in seriousness. Here's what you need to know.

Joanna Marie

What's The Difference Between Thyroid Markers?

The thyroid plays a vital role in your body's metabolism and performance. The gland produces two main hormones: thyroxine and triiodothyronine.

Maria Faller

Why Soda May Make You Age Faster

Soda and sugary beverages have been scrutinized for quite some time, but did you know that drinking them may also make you age faster?

Maria Faller

Does Dehydration Cause High Blood Pressure?

High blood pressure occurs when the heart uses too much force while pushing the blood against the walls of your blood vessels. Does dehydration make it worse?

K. Cossey

Is Thyroid Disease Hereditary?

Symptoms of thyroid diseases will vary by person and the specific health issue, but it's not uncommon to feel fatigue, irritability, or depression.

Katherine Alexis Athanasiou

Dustin Diamond's Fatal Lung Cancer Explained

Only three weeks after his diagnosis of stage 4 small cell lung carcinoma, actor Dustin Diamond, age 44, has passed away. This is his fatal cancer explained.

healthyNick

This Is What Happens To Your Brain At Really High Altitudes

The impact of extremely high altitudes can be dangerous. Altitudes above 26,000 feet are known by mountaineers as the "Death Zone."

woman with furrowed brow holding her eye

Joanna Marie

What's The Difference Between Bacterial And Viral Conjunctivitis?

There are several types of conjunctivitis, including bacterial and viral conjunctivitis. The main differences between them lie in these areas.

Joanna Marie

Is It Safe To Drink Coffee If You Are Anemic?

Coffee is a part of several people's morning routines. However, those who are anemic may wonder if it's safe to consume it or just avoid it.

Wooden blocks form the word HEP B with stethoscope

Ruth Clark

Is There A Cure For Hepatitis B?

Hepatitis B is an inflammation of the liver that can cause fever, fatigue, and appetite loss. When left untreated, it can have serious long-term effects.

Andra Picincu

Smoking Has An Unexpected Impact On Your Mental Health

Cigarette smoking does more than just damage your lungs. Indulging in this habit can also affect mental health and take years off your life.

Fruits and veggies with diabetes monitor and stethoscope

Jenna Demmer

What Is The Best Diet For People With Type 2 Diabetes?

For people with type 2 diabetes, a healthy diet is a critical part of managing their condition. But what is the best eating plan? Read on to learn more.

Jay Wilson

14 Things You Shouldn't Do If You Have IBS

IBS can be pretty unpredictable. Here are a few of the things you really shouldn't be doing, in order to keep your condition under control.

Kharissa Forte

What Are The 4 Stages Of A Cold?

Colds may seem relatively simple but it turns out that each one has four stages, and understanding each can help you see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Joanna Marie

What's The Difference Between Walking Pneumonia And 'Normal' Pneumonia?

Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by various microorganisms. What is walking pneumonia and how does it differ from regular pneumonia?

Ziba Redif

How Common Is Pica?

Pica is an eating pattern seen across the globe. For some cultures, it's an eating disorder. For others, it's considered acceptable. Here's what it entails.

Lauren Cahn

Gout Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Gout is one of the oldest diagnoses known to humankind. Read about what really causes it, who gets it, how it's diagnosed, and how it's treated.

Eileen Conroy

Why Meal Timing Could Be A Game Changer For Diabetes Management

Researchers have recently become interested in assessing the timing of meals and certain foods in diabetic patients. Here's what the research reveals.

Sabika Hassan

It Could Be A Warning Sign Of Diabetes If Your Skin Looks Like This

Diabetes can impact the body in many ways. But one sure way it can wreak havoc is on the skin. Here's what to look out for.

Overhead view of couple participating in telehealth appointment on a laptop

Ruth Clark

Study Finds Telemedicine Could Improve The Lives Of Advanced Cancer Patients

Telehealth has increased dramatically since the start of the pandemic. And one group of patients who may greatly benefit are those with advanced cancer.

Joanna Marie

What It Means When Your Hematocrit Is Low

To determine your body's percentage of red blood cells, you'll need a hematocrit test, which is usually part of a complete blood count.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Subtle Ways Your Body Is Telling You To Get More Sleep

In general, falling asleep within 5-10 minutes of going to bed is an optimal window, as this indicates you're tired, but not exhausted.

A gloved hand holds a ruler against a TB test reaction on patient's arm

Ruth Clark

Here's What To Expect From A TB Test

TB, short for tuberculosis, is an infectious disease that's caused by bacteria and harms the lungs. What happens when you undergo a TB test?

Lisabeth Fauble

Can Black Pepper Essential Oil Help Manage Symptoms Of Diabetes?

Diabetes is a condition that affects how the body processes sugar from food. Is it possible that black pepper essential oil could help you manage symptoms?