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Amanda Vining

What Causes Strictures?

Maybe you've heard of a stricture, or perhaps it's a new term. In the realm of medical conditions, it's used to describe a variety of issues and diagnoses.

Hannah Gordon

The Side Effects Of Losing Your Sense Of Hearing

When disabling hearing loss isn't treated, it can interfere with daily life. Here are some of the unexpected side effects of losing your sense of hearing.

Donna Sarkar

The Side Effects Of Losing Your Taste

Many people may experience diminished taste due to an infection or health condition, and this can cause a number of knock-on effects. Learn more here.

woman suffering from internal abdominal bleeding

Robert Iafelice

Signs You May Have Internal Bleeding Explained

Unlike a visible wound on your skin, internal bleeding that occurs inside the body is easily overlooked. Hemorrhaging could cause a wide variety of symptoms.

Joanna Marie

What Is Cobblestone Throat?

Cobblestone throat can have various underlying causes. Here's what you should know about the condition and when it's time to go see a doctor.

Erin Marie

How To Treat Uncomfortable Wind Burn On Your Face

Those who enjoy outdoor activities during the winter months can be susceptible to windburn. Luckily, experts offer tips for how to treat the discomfort.

Jay Wilson

The Side Effects Of Losing Your Sense Of Touch

Touch shouldn't be taken for granted. The ability to experience the world through touch can be lost -- and when that happens, a host of side effects can occur.

Man holding right side in pain with gallbladder attack

Jeremy Brown

How A Gallbladder Attack Is Treated

If you experience a gallbladder attack, you will immediately be made aware of it. Here's what to look out for and how to prevent it from occurring.

Erin Marie

How To Know If You Have A Food Allergy Or An Intolerance

Food allergies and intolerances can be hard to distinguish. In this interview, biochemist Dr. Hart explains how to tell them apart.

Diana Bocco

What Does It Mean When Cancer Is In Remission?

When it comes to cancer, doctors carefully choose to use the term remission. This is typically done because being in remission covers a wide range of results.

Sabika Hassan

Can You Manage High Blood Pressure Without Medication?

If you're diagnosed with hypertension, there's a lot you can do at home to control the blood pressure -- primarily by adopting a healthier lifestyle.

man in blue shirt trying to smell an orange

Heather Collins

The Side Effects Of Losing Your Sense Of Smell

Losing your sense of smell can be scary, and it comes with a host of side effects.

Jay Wilson

Myths You Should Stop Believing About COPD

COPD is a common chronic lung disease that develops due to an accumulation of exposure to toxins. Myths abound about the disease, and we're here to dispel them.

Jeremy Brown

Do Condoms Cause Cancer?

There may be risks associated with using a condom, including an allergic reaction to latex. However, some wonder if cancer could be among the risks.

Sandy Masinter

Ménière's Disease: A Comprehensive Guide

Have you ever heard of Ménière's disease? Well, it's a thing. And we've got the symptoms, causes, and common treatments right here.

Karen Veazey

Is Sweating Out A Fever Actually Safe?

Some people believe that bundling up in layers or exercising to induce sweating will help rid the body of fever faster.

Doctor holding colorectal intestine model

Amanda Vining

Can Anal Sex Cause Colon Cancer?

For some, anal sex can lead to dealing with undesirable effects, including bacterial infections and skin irritations. But can this involve colon cancer?

Beth Bradford

Why The CDC Is Concerned About A Surge In Strep A Infections Among Kids

While experts have warned of the flu, COVID-19, and RSV, until now, there's been little talk of A Strep in kids. Here's what you need to know.

Beth Bradford

Why CVS And Walgreens Are Limiting Sales Of Kids' OTC Medications

Many parents are trying to care for their kids during the peak of cold and flu season but are struggling to find medications. Here's what experts recommend.

Ruth Clark

Health Digest Survey: What's People's Go-To Natural Remedy To Get Rid Of A Cough?

There are ways to treat a cough naturally if you prefer not to take medication. Here's what the most popular remedies are according to a recent survey.

Diana Bocco

How Your Sleep Patterns Can Affect Your Risk For Diabetes

While some people are more productive in the early mornings, others become more alert at night. Unfortunately, this could affect your risk for diabetes.

Lauren Cahn

Myths About Tinnitus You Need To Stop Believing

Tinnitus causes someone to hear noises that don't come from an audible source, and myths about the condition are common. Here are some you can stop believing.

Dylan Roche

What Happens To Your Body When You Break A Bone

Broken bones can be painful, and they might take a little while to heal. Here's a look at everything that happens inside your body when you break a bone.

Erin Demmer

Horseback Riding May Be The Ultimate Exercise For Those With Multiple Sclerosis

Can horseback riding be as therapeutic for individuals struggling with multiple sclerosis as it has been found to be with other conditions? Here's the research.

Woman sitting on a bed with her hand on the left side of their lower back

Robin Zabiegalski

Why You May Have Lower Back Pain On Just The Left Side

Most of us experience back pain at some point or another, and it can mean different things depending on the location. Here's what lower left back pain may mean.

Joanna Marie

Myths You Should Stop Believing About Allergic Asthma

Allergic asthma isn't the same as regular asthma. Here's what you should know about allergic asthma and its causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Niko Vercelletto

Signs You Might Be Allergic To The Dust In Your House

If you're constantly sneezing, especially when you find yourself at home, you may be allergic to the dust around you. Luckily, there are some ways you can tell.