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Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that primarily affects the lining of the digestive tract. While it cannot be cured, there are medications such as steroids and immune system suppressants that can slow the progression of the disease and help you achieve sustained periods of remission. You can also treat symptom flares with diet, bowel rest, and an increased intake of soluble fiber. If Crohn’s disease causes injury to your intestines, such as a perforation or blockage, surgery may be needed....

Have you tried everything that conventional medicine has to offer for your spinal problem but are still hurting—and as such are looking for an alternative? Or perhaps a friend or family member has been urging you to try yoga, saying that it “worked miracles” for their lower back pain. Or you may simply instinctively feel that if you did yoga every day, you could “work out the kinks" that cause the discomfort in your back....

The terms hyperlipidemia and hypercholesterolemia are often used interchangeably but the two conditions are different, despite having some overlap. Hyperlipidemia is an umbrella term that refers to any of several acquired or genetic disorders that result in a high level of lipids—fats, cholesterol, and triglycerides—circulating in the blood. Alternatively, hypercholesterolemia is a type of hyperlipidemia that is characterized by high levels of good, or non-high density lipoproteins (non-HDL) cholesterol and bad, or low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in your blood....

Craniosynostosis is a relatively common congenital disorder, affecting about one in every 2,500 live births. It occurs when the flexible joints in an infant’s skull known as sutures fuse prematurely. This leads to a misshapen head and may cause increased pressure on the brain. The condition is believed to be caused by a combination of environmental and genetic factors. Different Types of Craniosynostosis Craniosynostosis is usually considered syndromic (part of a syndrome) or nonsyndromic (not part of a syndrome)....

Lactobacillus acidophilus (L. acidophilus) is a type of bacteria found naturally in your gastrointestinal tract and other parts of your body. Lactobacillus acidophilus belongs to the Lactobacillus family of bacteria. It is naturally found in some foods but can also be used in supplement form for various health conditions. It is commonly used as a probiotic. Like other probiotics, L. acidophilus is thought to help balance bacteria in the gut so that potentially harmful strains will not flourish....

Radon testing, which detects the presence of radon in homes and buildings, is highly recommended. This gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer and a potential risk factor for leukemia and lymphoma. And since radon has no smell and is essentially invisible, the only way to know you have a problem is through testing. If levels are abnormal, radon mitigation (a process to reduce gas concentrations or radon in water) can almost always solve the problem and eliminate your risk....

Metastatic lung cancer is cancer that starts in the lungs and spreads (metastasizes) to other parts of the body, such as the liver, brain, or bones. It is the most advanced lung cancer stage and is sometimes referred to as a stage 4 cancer. Although metastatic lung cancer is challenging to treat, newer drugs are increasing survival times and quality of life for people who are diagnosed with this advanced disease....

With its rising popularity, yoga is moving beyond the mat and into healthcare settings. Healthcare professionals are taking yoga classes for their own health and well-being and are bringing it to their healthcare practices as a treatment modality. Occupational therapists (OTs) are joining other healthcare providers in incorporating yoga into their treatment offerings. OTs bring a unique perspective to yoga and can guide you deeper into your practice for personal health, well-being, and prevention of disease....

What Is Ozempic? Ozempic (semaglutide) is a prescription drug used along with diet and exercise to manage blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It is also used to lower the risk of major cardiovascular events, such as stroke or heart attack, in adults with type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Ozempic is not insulin. It works by helping the pancreas release insulin when blood sugar levels are high and preventing the liver from making and releasing too much sugar....

Paroxysmal hemicrania is a rare primary headache disorder that typically begins in adulthood and is more common in women than men. This disabling disorder manifests as excruciatingly severe, one-sided headache attacks that generally last from two to 30 minutes, but may go on for up to two hours. The attacks have an abrupt beginning and end and occur anywhere from five to forty times a day. While an upside to this headache disorder may not seem possible, there is one—paroxysmal hemicrania is treatable, with a simple daily medication....

Peyronie’s disease affects the tissues of the penis, causing abnormal curvature. Peyronie’s can lead to painful erections, pain during sex, and distress or depression. Usually, the symptoms of Peyronie’s disease are only present when the penis is fully or partially erect. The plaque occurs from an abnormal bend or “pop” during sexual intercourse. It can also result from an external trauma to the penis. Frequent Symptoms Most of the major symptoms of Peyronie’s disease are physical....

Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelids that often results in flaking and itching. Posterior blepharitis affects the inner eyelid near the eye. Anterior blepharitis impacts the outside of your eyelid along the eyelash line. Both posterior and anterior blepharitis affect people of all ages. The conditions tend to occur more often in people with oily skin. This article explains the different types of blepharitis and how you can treat them both at home and with medical care....

Curing pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) is a common goal of treatment. Treatments are also geared toward alleviating symptoms. Treatment is required to remove the mucin and mucus-producing tumor cells from the abdomen and pelvis. Without treatment, life-threatening obstruction of the intestines and poor nutritional intake can occur. The primary recommended treatment for PMP is cytoreductive surgery (reducing the number of cancer cells) followed by hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC). Debulking surgery and other treatments, such as watchful waiting, may also be used....

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) symptoms such as pain and joint stiffness may seem distinct from those related to psoriasis, but they are actually a direct consequence of the disease. The inflammation that results when the immune system suddenly attacks normal cells in the outer layer of skin can “spill over” and eventually impact other cells and tissues. Over time, the same inflammation that gave way to skin changes can lead to the development of psoriatic arthritis....

The majority of people who develop lung cancer today are non-smokers, not current smokers. Non-smokers include both former smokers and never-smokers (people who have smoked zero to 100 cigarettes in their lifetime). Lumping these two groups together can be helpful in some respects. But when you unpack the data, it’s clear that despite having kicked the habit, former smokers are at a significantly high risk of lung cancer than never-smokers. And the risk remains substantially elevated even 25 years after quitting....

Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens or Sabal serrulata) is a plant belonging to the palm tree family native to the southeastern United States. Historically, the Glades culture and the Seminole tribes in southern Florida used the fruit of saw palmetto to treat particular urinary tract and reproductive conditions. The extract of the saw palmetto fruit contains phytosterols and flavonoids, which block the effect of androgens (natural sex steroid hormones). A test tube study suggested palmetto relieved lower urinary tract symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate....

Scheuermann’s disease, also called Scheuermann’s kyphosis or Scheuermann’s juvenile kyphosis, is a congenital skeletal deformity characterized by an exaggerated curve (kyphosis) of the thoracic (middle) spine, Symptoms of Scheuermann’s disease include pain and poor posture that arise during adolescence, at which point the condition can be diagnosed with an X-ray. Scheuermann’s disease can be treated with stretching, lifestyle changes, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for pain and discomfort, and in some situations, a back brace....

Feeling a sudden, sharp pain in your eye—which can also be described as stabbing pain, burning, or shooting pain—isn’t just uncomfortable; it’s unsettling. There are a range of different causes for this type of eye pain, from those that are easy to manage to others that are more serious. It’s important to know the signs that require a visit to your healthcare provider or emergency medical treatment. Symptoms Though it’s possible to experience sharp pain in any part of the eye, here we are talking about pain in the eye and under the eyelid....

Antiviral medications are a class of drugs typically used to prevent or shorten the severity and duration of a viral infection such as influenza. Those used for the flu are considered a second line of defense against infection (with the seasonal flu vaccine being the first). Antivirals are most effective if taken soon after flu exposure or flu symptoms appear, but they are generally reserved for severe cases and those who are at-high risk for flu-related complications, as well as those who regularly interact with them (such as caretakers)....

Sickle-cell disease is an inherited blood disorder that can cause symptoms during early childhood and throughout life. It is characterized by episodes of severe pain. Sickle cell disease can also increase the risk of infections and can cause you to have low energy. Complications of the illness can result in vision problems and strokes. In the United States, the condition occurs in about 1 in every 365 African-American births and 1 in every 16,000 Hispanic-American births....