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Joanna Marie

What's The Difference Between Chronic Appendicitis And Acute Appendicitis?

There are two different types of appendicitis - chronic and acute. Here is the difference between the two as well as how they are diagnosed and treated.

Erin Demmer

Signs You Could Have Low Levels Of Dopamine

It's not always easy to recognize if you have low levels of dopamine, but your body may send you discreet signals if it needs more of the neurotransmitter.

Isabel Cohen

How The Brains Of Only Children Compare To Those With Siblings

Child psychologists G. Stanley Hall and E. W. Bohannon found that only children shared a number of traits, including being spoiled, bossy, and selfish.

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Erin Marie

What Does It Mean If Your Tongue Is Pale?

Tongues with severe discoloration such as yellow, black, purple, or gray can be a sign of an underlying health condition - but what about a pale tongue?

Beth Bradford

Are Allergies Causing You To Feel Dizzy?

Dizziness can be caused by many things including dehydration, ear infections, certain medications, low blood sugar, and anxiety. But what about allergies?

Brynna Standen

What Is Causing You To Wake Up With Heartburn?

Many people with GERD notice that they wake up with heartburn. Talk about a rude awakening! So, what causes heartburn in the morning? Let's take a look.

Joanna Marie

Is There A Link Between Diabetes And Hair Loss?

Diabetes is a medical condition in which the body cannot produce or effectively use insulin. It turns out that diabetes might also contribute to hair loss.

Joanna Marie

What Is Insulin Resistance And Who Is At Risk?

Your pancreas makes insulin which helps to regulate glucose levels in the blood. When this doesn't happen, however, insulin resistance may be to blame.

Joanna Marie

Does Lupus Affect Your Gastrointestinal Health?

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes inflammation and tissue damage and may affect various body parts. But can it also affect your GI tract?

Joanna Marie

The 4 Stages Of COPD Explained

COPD is a chronic respiratory condition that affects the lungs and makes it difficult for people to breathe. Here are the four stages of COPD.

Joanna Marie

How To Tell The Difference Between Comedonal Acne And Fungal Acne

Acne is usually something you want to nip in the bud as soon as possible. But did you know comedonal acne and fungal acne require different treatments?

Jody Braverman

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

Back pain is a common symptom, and pain localized to the lower right side may be due to a number of issues ranging from mild to serious. Learn more here.

Patient receiving epidural from anesthesiologist

Jeremy Brown

Unexpected Side Effects Of An Epidural

An epidural is commonly used for labor pains as well as during certain surgical procedures. But there are some unexpected side effects you should be aware of.

Joanna Marie

What Does It Feel Like When An Ovarian Cyst Ruptures?

Many ovarian cysts go away on their own, but some cysts cause symptoms if they burst. Here's what it feels like when an ovarian cyst ruptures.

Joanna Marie

How Quickly Can Mold Exposure Make You Sick?

Mold is a type of fungus that when inhaled, can potentially cause serious health problems. But how long does it take for mold exposure to make you sick?

Joanna Marie

How Dangerous Is Black Mold Exposure For Your Health?

Black mold is commonly found around damp areas like kitchen and bathroom sinks, showers, and washing machines. But how dangerous is it for your health?

Erin Demmer

Can Vomiting Be A Sign Of An Ear Infection?

Some of the symptoms of an ear infection may surprise you. For example, is vomiting a warning sign that you should look out for? Here's what to know.

Jennifer Sweenie

Warning Signs From Your Appendix That You Shouldn't Ignore

You probably don't think about your appendix until something goes wrong -- and if you have a problem, these symptoms may clue you in.

healthyNick

How To Tell If You Have A Separated Shoulder

A separated shoulder involves damage to the connection between the shoulder blade and the collar bone. Here's how to tell if you have this injury.

Nancy Schimelpfening

How To Identify If You Have A Hernia

Are you having an aching sensation that you think may be due to a hernia? Understanding hernias can help you determine if this is the cause of your discomfort.

Woman standing in the sun, dabbing forehead sweat

Ciara Lucas

Signs Your Body Is Starting To Overheat

There are plenty of ways we love to spend time in the sunshine, but as you prepare, it is important to know the signs that you could be overheating.

Andra Picincu

What Causes Pain In Your Stomach After Drinking Alcohol Or Caffeine?

Both alcohol and caffeine can cause digestive symptoms like stomach pain, irritation, and cramping. When this happens, it's important to figure out the cause.

fruits, vegetables, insulin, and stethoscope

Sabika Hassan

Signs That Your Blood Sugar May Be Spiking

Diabetes can have several serious complications if it goes untreated. Do you know how to recognize the signs that your blood sugar may be spiking?

K. Cossey

Ways You Didn't Realize You Were Ruining Your Fingernails

Nails can reveal a lot about nutritional intake and digestion. Those with poor digestion and nutritional intake may experience weak and brittle nails.

Zrinka Peters

Here's When You Should Be Concerned About Your Cough

Acute coughs, meaning they last less than 3 weeks, normally accompany colds and other minor respiratory infections. Here is when you should be concerned.

Woman rubbing her eyes while using the laptop

Andra Picincu

Your Dry Eyes Could Be A Sign Of Something Else

Dry eye disease affects more than 16 million people in the US alone. However, this number may actually be higher because many cases go undiagnosed.

Lana Barhum

Health Symptoms That Are Serious Red Flags

When experiencing worrying health symptoms, what do you do? If you wait for them to pass, you should know that some symptoms really shouldn't be ignored.