Symptoms

Oil pulling is a trendy topic. While it's gaining popularity, this practice is age-old and most notably used in the traditional Indian medicine, Ayurveda.

Even if our room or outside temperatures are normal, our body temperatures typically fluctuate throughout the day, but what is considered average?

While it might feel like you have no control over when you need to pee, it turns out that we may have more influence over it than we think.

Body hair is normal on all bodies, but if you do decide to remove it, there are some things you should know before starting a routine.

There are several different conditions that can lead to bloody stool, and it may not be cause for alarm. Here is what you should do if you have this symptom.

Milder symptoms of COVID-19 can be very similar to those of a common cold, flu, or even an allergy, and without testing, it can be difficult to tell them apart.

You may think hypothermia only happens in freezing temperatures, but the truth about this condition may surprise you. Read on for everything you should know.

If you've had acid reflux, you know the symptoms that come with it are anything but fun. One symptom that many people may not expect is shortness of breath.

Our blood contains a variety of substances and serves as a biomarker for numerous health metrics. Here are the signs you should get a blood test.

If there is something getting in the way of the blood passing through, like plaque in the arteries, cells don't get enough oxygen and can't function properly.

Inflammation can happen when we suffer an injury, come into contact with a virus, bacteria, or toxic chemical, or when we eat something that triggers it.

Dementia can be frightening, but while there is no cure for dementia, the good news is that not every person who has dementia-like symptoms actually has it.

Many females are born with or later develop hair on their faces, particularly on the chin, jaw, or upper lip. But when does facial hair become a concern?

While a little jaw tightness might not sound too serious in the short term, if left untreated, lockjaw can wreak havoc on our oral health.

Each organ is responsible for different bodily functions. When the balance has been compromised in a specific area, an imbalance will make itself known.

Seizures are now classified into 3 different categories, and the different names help us understand what's going on when someone experiences one.

Heartburn is common, with over 60 million Americans suffering from at least one bout of heartburn each month, but how do you identify it?

For people diagnosed with aphasia, grappling to say the right words and striving to understand what others say can be a constant challenge.

Thyroid disease is caused by thyroid hormone imbalance from either an overactive (hyperthyroidism) or underactive (hypothyroidism) thyroid gland.

Thyroid hormones are released by the thyroid gland. They are responsible for maintaining body temperature and proper functions of all body organs.

Fluoride in toothpaste is more concentrated than fluoride in water. As a result, it's more effective for protecting your mouth from bacteria and cavities.

How long a permanent retainer lasts varies by patient, but some can last for up to 2 decades. Here is what you need to know before going with this option.

If you suffer a concussion, how soon is it safe to return to day-to-day life? To help determine an answer, clinicians may utilize a concussion test.

For people with arthritis, acupuncture can be an effective reliever of pain symptoms. Here's what you need to know about how acupuncture helps.

Americans dislike flossing so much that almost 30% of us never do it. However, dentists advise that we floss daily, and here's why.

Feeling worried sometimes is normal, but if anxiety persists and disrupts your life, it may require medical intervention. Here's everything you need to know.

The causes for neck pain can range from wear and tear related to aging, all the way to traumatic injury. A doctor can help if you have neck pain.