Category,
PAIN CARE
Fibromyalgia Trigger Points
When you have fibromyalgia, you have chronic pain in your muscles, tendons, and connective tissues. Doctors call fibromyalgia trigger points tender points.
Category,
EAR, NOSE AND THROAT CARE
Clogged Tear Duct
A clogged tear duct causes an irritated, watery eye and can lead to infection. But with medical care, a blocked tear duct is almost always correctable.
Cervical Cancer Risk Assessment
Take the AssessmentCervical cancer was once one of the most common causes of cancer death among women in the U.S., but today many cases of cervical cancer are prevented through widespread use of the Pap test.
Category,
BRAIN AND NERVE CARE
What Causes Brain Freeze?
Gulp an ice-cream or ice water too quickly and you may get a fast headache. What causes brain freeze? It comes from your body’s resistance to rapid change.
Category,
HEADACHE
Home Remedies for Headache
Home remedies for headache can often ease the pain of common tension and migraine headaches. Natural remedies for headaches may help prevent headaches, too.
Category,
DIGESTIVE CARE
Gallbladder Attack Symptoms
Gallbladder attack symptoms can be extremely painful and, if untreated, can return repeatedly. Learn what to do if you have signs of gallbladder problems.
Category,
DIGESTIVE CARE
Symptoms of Bowel Obstruction
A bowel obstruction prevents the contents of the intestines from moving normally. Symptoms of bowel obstruction can be severe, requiring urgent treatment.
Category,
HEART CARE
What Causes Heart Palpitations?
Why does your heart skip a beat? Learn what causes heart palpitations and you’ll be less frightened. Usually, nothing serious is wrong. Learn more here.
Category,
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS
Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms
Sadness, extreme fatigue, and coughing are common rheumatoid arthritis symptoms that could indicate complications requiring medical care. Learn more.
Category,
MEN'S CARE
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Symptoms
Any symptoms of enlarged prostate need evaluation for cancer. But benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms are often a non-cancer cause of prostate woes as men age.
Category,
COLON CANCER
Bowel Cancer Symptoms
Bowel cancer can be deadly if caught late. Regular screenings and seeing your doctor ASAP if you recognize any bowel cancer symptoms can save your life.
Category,
TYPE 2 DIABETES
Treating High Blood Sugar Symptoms
Treating high blood sugar symptoms promptly is essential to avoid damage to your nerves, blood vessels, and kidneys. Learn more about symptoms here.
Category,
INFECTIOUS DISEASE
Listeria Symptoms in Adults
When listeria, a foodbourne germ, spreads beyond your intestines, it can be dangerous. Listeria symptoms in adults range from headaches to miscarriages.
Category,
WOMEN'S CARE
Bacterial Vaginosis
A vaginal discharge and itching are signs of bacterial vaginosis (BV). Learn the health consequences of this condition and why you should not ignore it.
What Do You Know About Anemia?
Anemia is a condition that affects the number of red blood cells in your body. A number of diseases and conditions can cause anemia. Find out more by taking the following quiz.
1. Anemia is a common condition. What happens when a person has anemia?
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These cells carry oxygen to all the cells in the body. Anemia isn't a single disease but a condition that has many different causes.