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Jeremy Brown

How Are Blood Clots Treated?

A blood clot can be a serious medical condition if not treated medically. Here's how doctors treat blood clots.

kid with cystic fibrosis lying in hospital

Sabika Hassan

Everything You Need To Know About Atypical Cystic Fibrosis

So far, there is limited research on atypical cystic fibrosis. Luckily, what we do know reads as better news for those diagnosed with the disease.

Joanna Marie

This Is How Long It Takes For Zyrtec To Start Working

Zyrtec is a medication commonly used for the treatment of allergies. Learn how long it takes to start working on your allergy symptoms.

Niko Vercelletto

Can You Shave If You Have Monkeypox?

If you have a monkeypox infection, you may be worried about shaving with a rash. This is what you need to know about shaving when you have monkeypox.

Anthony Crutcher

You Should Avoid Broccoli If You're Taking This Medication

Broccoli generally is delicious and incredibly healthy. While it has long been enjoyed by many worldwide, it can actually be dangerous to some people.

Erin Marie

Is Procrastination Genetic?

While procrastination is a perfectly normal human response to stress, some studies suggest that our genes may play a role in how often we do it.

Ruth Clark

How To Tell The Difference Between An Asthma Attack And A Panic Attack

If you've ever experienced a sudden tight chest and had problems breathing, you might have wondered whether you were having an asthma attack or a panic attack.

Anne Taylor

Can TMJ Cause Vertigo?

Some people with TMJ also experience intense dizziness and even vertigo.

Joanna Marie

When You Should Be Concerned About Hemorrhoids

If you have hemorrhoids, it's best to speak to your doctor to understand the potential risks and treatment options. Here's when you should make that call.

Sabika Hassan

How To Treat And Prevent Trapped Gas

The process of passing gas is painless but at times, these gases become trapped in the gut. Learn why this happens and what to do if it becomes a chronic issue.

Niko Vercelletto

Can You Really Change Your Diet To Conceive The Gender Of Your Choice?

Perhaps you have always dreamed of being a parent to a boy or a girl. Is it really true that your diet can influence which gender you conceive?

Anthony Crutcher

Is It Safe To Drink Coffee While Taking Ritalin?

Ritalin is one of the major medications used to treat ADHD. But since Ritalin is a stimulant, how does it interact with other stimulants -- like coffee?

Erin Demmer

How Hyperthyroidism Presents Differently In Men Versus Women

Although hyperthyroidism is more commonly observed in women, it can also occur in men and can come with its own set of unique challenges for each of the sexes.

Erin Marie

How To Treat Jaw Cracking At Home

A click, snap, or audible cracking noise in the jaw can feel shocking the first time it happens. This is how you can treat jaw cracking at home.

healthyNick

What Does It Feel Like When You Have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

Short-term fatigue is common, but chronic fatigue syndrome can interfere with your daily life. Here's what CFS feels like and when you should see a doctor.

Ruth Clark

Can You Have Too Much Serotonin?

Not having enough serotonin has been linked to conditions like depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. But can you have too much serotonin?

Amanda Vining

The Link Between Anxiety And Dizziness

Both acute anxiety and chronic anxiety can include dizziness as a symptom. But what causes this common experience, and how can you deal with it?

Beth Bradford

Everything You Need To Know About Perimenopause

Irregular periods? Mood swings? Brain fog? If you're a woman in your 40s, it's probably not you. It's perimenopause.

Amanda Vining

When Is It Safe To Remove An Ingrown Hair At Home?

Ingrown hairs can be itchy, painful, and obnoxious, but it's not always a good idea to mess with them. Here's when it's safe to remove them yourself.

Amanda Vining

Is There A Link Between Thyroid Issues And Acne?

You might wonder if your thyroid issues could be a cause of adult acne. Here's what we found out about whether the two are linked.

Anne Taylor

Causes Of Hives You Never Expected

Hives are usually the result of an allergic reaction to something you've come into contact with, but they can sometimes have other causes.

Anthony Crutcher

Can CBD Help Ease Symptoms Of Plaque Psoriasis?

Due to its many potential health benefits, CBD use has been on the rise. Therefore, some have come to wonder if it could be used to treat plaque psoriasis.

Joanna Marie

This Is How Long It Takes For Zoloft To Start Working

Zoloft, or sertraline, is an antidepressant used to treat depression, panic attacks, PTSD, and OCD. But how long does it take to start feeling better?

Sabika Hassan

How Herpes Can Present Differently In Men Versus Women

Herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that can affect just about anyone. However, symptoms may slightly vary between men and women.

healthyNick

Why Your At-Home COVID Test May Be Less Effective Now

Testing is one of the most important parts of our response to the pandemic. However, now the results of an at-home COVID test may not be so accurate.

Brandi W

Can Grapefruit Essential Oil Help Manage Symptoms Of Diabetes?

Diabetes can be challenging to manage. But some research suggests grapefruit essential oil may help.

Anne Taylor

Everything You Need To Know About Oedema

Oedema (also known as edema) is the medical term for fluid retention or swelling.