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People living with histrionic personality disorder (HPD) have unstable emotions and a distorted self-image. Their self-esteem depends on the approval of others. They often behave dramatically to get attention. Psychotherapy is the first-line treatment for histrionic personality disorder. Sometimes medications are prescribed to help with distressing symptoms like depression and anxiety. People with this personality disorder often don’t think anything is wrong. Therefore, the first step toward getting better is admitting that you need help....

Most parents of children on the autism spectrum are well aware that school services, provided through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) end abruptly on their child’s 22nd birthday. From one day to the next, all of the laws, entitlements, programs, and services provided through the school district simply end. This end of services is often described as a cliff. But in fact, the process of planning for that milestone birthday should begin long before your child’s school services are complete....

Let’s hear it for the return of free rapid tests. At-home COVID tests make it easy for people to know their COVID status in real time, and to know if they should stay home and isolate. One drawback, however, is that rapid test results haven’t historically contributed to the national COVID case count; only PCR tests processed by labs do that. As a result, the United States is always underreporting its COVID cases....

Antioxidants are used extensively in over-the-counter skincare products and cosmeceuticals. They are used topically to improve many cosmetic skin issues and are credited with having anti-aging and skin-protecting qualities. Learn what science tells us about antioxidants and skin health, and how you can get the most value when choosing an antioxidant skincare product. What Are Antioxidants? The term antioxidant is a buzzword used throughout the health and beauty industry. However, many people aren’t quite clear on what antioxidants actually are and why they’re so beneficial to your health....

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a polysaccharide (a type of carbohydrate) that is widely distributed in body tissues and is found at high concentrations in the synovial fluid, vitreous humor (colorless, gel-like fluid in the eye), and skin. Since HA has a thick and sticky consistency and retains moisture, it helps the knee joint move smoothly and moisturizes the skin. Some factors that reduce the amount of HA in the body include aging, solar ultraviolet radiation, smoking, and air pollutants....

Most elite athletes are accustomed to experiencing a certain degree of muscle pain and fatigue during high-intensity exercise. Recently, however, a subset of athletes (particularly cyclists, rowers, and triathletes) have reported symptoms of leg pain and weakness from an unexpected cause; damage to the arteries of the pelvis, groin, or lower leg. This damage, or arteriopathy, appears to cause the arteries to stretch, narrow or kink in such a way that during high-intensity exercise the athlete experiences decreased blood flow due to the constriction or obstruction of the artery in the affected leg....

When it comes to dementia, there are several ethical dilemmas that may develop as a result of changing cognition. One of those is a question that may make adult family members uncomfortable because it addresses sexual activity and intimacy, but it’s a topic that often becomes necessary to address. The question is this: Can people with dementia still consent to sexual activity? And, if so, when do they become unable to do so?...

There are many possible causes for a rash on the inner thigh. Skin-on-skin friction can cause chafing, or a close shave may result in razor burn. In some cases, inner-thigh rashes result from an allergic skin reaction or a disease like genital herpes. This article will explore some possible reasons you might develop a rash on your inner thigh, how these different rashes look and feel, and what you can do to treat them....

Itchy skin can be frustrating, particularly if you don’t know what is causing it or how to fix it. The medical term for itchiness is pruritus. It can be localized to a certain area of the body or can be all over (generalized). If your itch is related to a rash, it’s usually easy to determine what’s causing it. The most difficult cases of itching skin, though, are those without a rash....

What Is Karbinal ER? Karbinal ER (carbinoxamine) is an oral prescription drug used to treat allergies, hives, and other allergic conditions in adults and children 2 years and older. Karbinal ER is in a drug class called antihistamines. Histamine is a substance that the body makes when it is exposed to allergens. Histamine brings on allergy symptoms. By blocking histamine, Karbinal ER reduces allergy symptoms. It is available as an oral liquid suspension....

Right now, with the exception of abstinence and withdrawal, there are only two available male birth control options—condoms and vasectomy. Both of these birth control methods, though, offer men different choices: Condoms: There are many types of condoms to choose from. Besides different sizes, shapes, and textures, you can choose condoms made from latex, polyurethane, polyisoprene, and lambskin. Vasectomy: This is a permanent option for male birth control. You can choose between a traditional vasectomy or a no-scalpel (keyhole) vasectomy....

Meningitis, the acute inflammation of the protective membrane around the brain and spinal cord, is most commonly caused by viruses and bacteria. The condition may be prevented with vaccination, good hygiene, and other preventive measures. Viruses are the predominant cause of meningitis, including non-polio enteroviruses, measles, mumps, herpesviruses (including chickenpox and shingles), and even influenza viruses. Bacterial meningitis, the second most common type, tends to be more severe and can lead to serious complications like brain damage, hearing loss, or learning disabilities....

Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is the most common type of kidney cancer in adults. It starts as one or more tumors in the kidneys. People with RCC may not have symptoms until the tumor grows or starts to spread. Renal cell carcinoma that metastasizes (spreads) to other areas of the body is known as metastatic renal cell carcinoma. This type of cancer is also referred to as stage 4 kidney cancer....

What Is Mycobutin? Mycobutin (rifabutin) is an oral prescription medication used for bacterial infections. It is also known as an antimycobacterial antibiotic. It kills bacteria by blocking the necessary proteins used to grow and spread. It is commonly used to prevent Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) disease in people with advanced stages of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Mycobutin is available in capsule form to take by mouth. What Is Mycobutin Used For?...

Penile cancer is a rare cancer that develops in the skin or tissues of the penis. It is closely linked to the human papillomavirus (HPV) and can often start with a lesion on the foreskin, head, or shaft of the penis that turns wart-like and oozes blood or foul-smelling fluid. Surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy are commonly used to treat penile cancer. When diagnosed and treated early, penile cancer has a five-year survival rate of over 80%....

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an inflammatory form of arthritis that causes the body’s immune system to attack its joints. Affecting up to one-third of the people who have psoriasis (an autoimmune skin condition), this condition can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling to develop in multiple body regions at the same time. In many cases, physical therapy (PT) can be a valuable treatment for people with this disease. This article will describe typical therapy treatments for psoriatic arthritis and will discuss their potential benefits....

Placental abruption occurs when the placenta separates from the wall of the uterus prematurely. The placenta is an organ which provides blood flow and oxygen to the fetus. The condition is also called abruptio placenta. When a placenta separates prematurely, a fetus loses its lifeline. Prematurity and birth-related asphyxia (lack of oxygen) may result in stillbirth. Researchers have noted an increase in infant mortality in babies who survive placental abruption, even beyond the perinatal period (which ends seven days after birth)....

“Stay safe.” Key Takeaways States and cities are preparing for a surge in protest-related COVID-19 cases Health departments encourage safety precautions, like masks and social distancing Anyone who has attended a protest or march should consider getting tested This has been the theme, mission, and email signature of the moment since the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) was declared a pandemic in March. Social distancing mandates are a crucial part of staying safe and preventing disease transmission....

Physical therapists commonly use scar tissue massage to help remodel scar tissue that has developed in injured tissue. You might have this type of physical therapy after you experience an injury that results in a buildup of scar tissue, including: Surgery Fracture Soft tissue injuries like sprains and strains This article explains how scar tissue develops and the techniques involved in managing it. Also Called Scar massageScar mobilization Scar tissue mobilization What Is Scar Tissue?...

If you have chronic conditions, live in a nursing home, or are dual eligible for Medicaid, Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) may not be right for you. You have a choice to make and that may include a Medicare Special Needs Plan. Different Types of Medicare Plans There are two types of Medicare plans, those run directly by the government and those run by commercial insurance companies. In both cases, the federal government sets the standard of care in terms of what must be covered....