Stomach pain can be a pain anywhere from beneath the ribs to the pelvis. Like most other kinds of abdominal pain, stomach pain that occurs in the morning will typically get better on its own in the majority of cases without the need for any kind of special treatment. In some cases, however, stomach pain in the morning may require medical attention. For instance, you should never ignore pain that wakes you from sleep....
An abnormal heartbeat, also known as an arrhythmia, is often characterized as the heart feeling like it’s skipping a beat. Arrythmia has several causes, such as when the electrical signals do not travel normally throughout the heart, causing it to beat out of normal rhythm (known as sinus rhythm). If you have a medical history that includes a previous heart attack, smoking, a congenital heart defect, or chronic stress you are at higher risk of having an arrhythmia....
Adderall (dextroamphetamine-amphetamine) is a stimulant medication that’s a mixture of different amphetamine salts. It can help reduce or improve the symptoms of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), including having a short attention span and/or being hyperactive and impulsive. This drug is also prescribed for narcolepsy because it may help those with the sleep disorder stay awake and alert during the day. The therapeutic action of Adderall remains unclear, but it’s believed to increase brain chemicals that play key roles in attention and thinking, such as dopamine and norepinephrine....
Regular colon cancer screening leads to early detection, making the disease easier to treat. Screening also enables your healthcare provider to find and remove any growths before they become cancerous. A colonoscopy is a standard screening tool for colon cancer, but there are other screening methods too. This article will discuss what happens during a colonoscopy and other screening methods, selecting the proper test, and current screening guidelines. What Happens During a Colonoscopy?...
The SARS-CoV-2 infection leads to COVID-19, a disease that primarily includes respiratory symptoms. Though hundreds of millions of people have contracted the virus, the majority of people recover without problems. However, people with underlying medical issues, including lung cancer or a weakened immune system, are at risk for severe disease. Vaccination is an essential tool to protect against COVID-19. It has proven to be safe and effective in people with lung cancer, who are already at an increased risk of death from the virus due to its respiratory factors....
What Is Corlanor? Corlanor (ivabradine) is a prescription medication used to treat heart failure in adults and children aged 6 months and older. It belongs to a class of medications known as hyperpolarization-activated cyclic nucleotide-gated channel inhibitors. In heart failure, the heart is unable to pump enough blood to the rest of the body. As a result, your heart might need to work harder to meet the body’s needs. Corlanor works by inhibiting specific channels within the sinoatrial (SA) node....
What Is Duexis? Duexis (ibuprofen and famotidine) is a combination drug, consisting of ibuprofen and famotidine. Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that blocks the production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation and helps decrease swelling and pain. Famotidine is a histamine-2 (H2) receptor blocker. H2 receptor blockers work to reduce the secretion of acid in the stomach and prevent ulcers. Duexis is used to relieve the signs of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis and decrease the risk of developing ulcers in people taking ibuprofen....
Eosinophilia is an increased number of eosinophilic white blood cells. It is a sign of certain medical conditions, including allergies, asthma, infections, immune disorders, and some types of cancer. Eosinophilia can be associated with symptoms like a rash, swelling, or trouble breathing. If you have eosinophilia, you might already have a known cause or need to undergo tests to identify the cause. Treatment is aimed at alleviating the underlying medical condition and reducing the effects of the excess eosinophils....
In the United States, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act states that children with autism and other developmental disorders should be placed in the “least restrictive” setting possible. In school, the least restrictive setting is, of course, an ordinary classroom. Many school districts worry that an autistic child in a general education classroom will be disruptive or have difficulty following the teacher’s instructions, and so they provide a 1:1 aide to support the child and help him or her access the general curriculum....
Knee injuries are relatively common and come in many different varieties. Whether it’s a tear to a ligament or tendon, damage to a bone or its cartilage, or subluxation of the joint itself, a wide array of structures can be involved. Because of this, an equally high number of treatments exist to address the subsequent symptoms of your knee injury. From conservative and at-home options to more invasive procedures, each intervention has the potential to improve your condition in the right circumstances....
It can be challenging and even intimidating to think about exercising if you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Effects like shortness of breath, weakness, and lack of energy can make activity daunting or even seem ill-advised. But exercise is beneficial to your health when you COPD, and it’s an important lifestyle strategy that you need to incorporate into your routine as part of the management of this disease. Working with your medical team and following their instructions, you can find and implement safe exercises that can get you well on your way to living a healthier lifestyle and feeling better with COPD....
With so many options to choose from, mattress shopping can easily feel overwhelming. Whether you’re just beginning your search or have been looking for a while, it’s helpful to keep in mind that there really is no perfect mattress for everyone, but there is a perfect mattress for you. Deciding which is best comes down to figuring out what you need and want when it comes to support and comfort. Of course, if you have a bed partner, their preferences will also influence your choice, but rest assured there’s a right mattress out there for every couple....
A blister is a skin condition or sore in which fluid builds up between layers of the skin. Blisters commonly form when something rubs against the skin and causes damage. A blister is part of the immune and inflammatory systems’ response of sending fluid with compounds to help with healing. While they can be painful and annoying, usually, blisters can be easily treated at home. This article covers the different types of blisters and how to treat them....
The number of women who are choosing to use an intrauterine device (IUD) as their birth control method is quickly growing. But IUD use is still not as popular as the pill or condoms. In preventing pregnancy, IUDs are just as effective as a vasectomy (surgery to cut and seal the tubes that carry sperm). However, unlike a vasectomy, IUDs are completely reversible. IUDs are considered a highly effective, safe, and long-acting birth control method, but there are a few risks to using them....
Lyme disease is an illness transmitted by ticks that carry the Borrelia burgdorferi bacterium. It is the most common vector-borne illness in the United States and affects an estimated 476,000 Americans yearly. About 35,000 new cases are reported each year, although experts believe cases are underreported and undercounted. This would account for the large difference in reported cases vs. the estimated number of infections. This article offers Lyme disease facts and statistics, including risk factors, incidence, screening, and detection....
Motivational interviewing is a person-centered counseling style that draws out a person’s intrinsic motivation for change. It emphasizes autonomy, strengths, and a person’s ideas about making positive change, while acknowledging conflicting feelings and challenges that come with change. Motivational interviewing can be used on its own or in addition to other psychotherapy approaches. People are met with empathy, respect, genuine curiosity about their concerns, and are actively encouraged to explore what change means for them....
There are a number of infections that can affect the mouth. These may be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. With any condition, it is important to contact your healthcare professional to get the proper treatment that will help your specific condition. Thrush Thrush is a fungal infection in the mouth. It is usually located in the lining of the mouth and tongue. It can also appear in the throat and on other areas of your body....
Nasal congestion is when the tissue lining inside of the nose swells because of inflamed blood vessels. Inflammation is the body’s natural response to invaders like bacteria, viruses, other germs, and dust. Nasal congestion usually is a reaction to the common cold, allergies, environmental irritants, the flu, or sinus infection. The condition may or may not include a runny nose. Nasal congestion usually disappears on its own in about a week, and there are many ways to manage the condition at home....
Red Dye 40 is an artificial substance that is commonly used to add red color to foods, drinks, and other products. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) certifies Red Dye 40 as a safe food additive. However, some products made with Red Dye 40 use two to three times the FDA’s accepted daily intake (ADI). The health effects of consuming higher amounts of Red 40 are not known. Some people have adverse reactions to food additives like Red Dye 40....
An unpaired bone located in the cranium (or skull), the sphenoid bone, also known as the “wasp bone,” is located in the middle and toward the front of the skull, just in front of the occipital bone. The sphenoid bone is one of the seven bones that make up the orbit (the space that holds the eyeball), and helps make up the floor of the middle cranial fossa, the butterfly-shaped depression at the base of the skull that houses the temporal lobes of the cerebellum....
