Cholinergic urticaria is a medical condition that happens when a person is hot or sweaty, causing a reaction of small, red, itchy bumps on the skin. “Urticaria” is the medical term for hives, and this type is smaller than other types of hives. Some people experience cholinergic urticaria that keeps coming back, which is called chronic or long-term urticaria. There is no permanent cure for this condition, but treatment options are available....
A vaginal yeast infection is a common condition that occurs from an overgrowth of yeast (a type of fungus) in the body. It causes symptoms like thick vaginal discharge, itchiness, and irritation. While yeast normally lives in the body without causing issues, it can overgrow and lead to an infection when the immune system is weakened or when there’s a change in the vaginal environment. Because yeast feeds on sugar, people with diabetes who have elevated blood sugar levels may be prone to getting vaginal yeast infections....
Double pneumonia isn’t technically an official medical term. Double pneumonia—or bilateral pneumonia as it’s sometimes called—is simply a way to describe an infection in both lungs. This infection can be caused by a bacteria, virus, or fungus that causes the air sacs within your lungs to fill with fluid or pus. Most people who come down with pneumonia most likely will have been exposed to the pneumococcal bacteria or a flu virus....
Research has shown that if you have cancer, getting enough dietary protein can help prevent the loss of muscle mass that is common during treatment. Key Takeaways A group of nutrition experts has issued an opinion stating that patients undergoing cancer treatments should get at least two-thirds of their dietary protein from animal-based sources, such as meat, fish, dairy, and eggs.Animal-based sources of protein can help cancer patients build muscle mass, which can be depleted by treatments....
Pharmaceutical companies will no longer be required to test new or developing drugs on animals before giving them to people in human trials, according to a new law that was passed by Congress and signed by President Biden in December. Key Takeaways Congress has passed the FDA Modernization Act 2.0, which no longer requires new drugs to undergo animal testing before human trials. Pharmaceutical companies can still use animals to test new drugs before human trials if they choose to....
What Is Flagyl? Flagyl (metronidazole) is a prescription antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial or parasitic infections. It belongs to a drug class called nitroimidazole antimicrobials and works by stopping bacteria growth. Metronidazole is available as an immediate-release (IR) capsule and tablet or extended-release (ER) tablet to be taken by mouth. It is also available in other forms, such as topical cream for rosacea or vaginal gel to treat bacterial vaginal infections....
Fo-ti (Polygonum multiflorum) is an herb native to China and other parts of Asia. Historically, the roots of the herb have been used to make medicine. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), fo-ti has been used for various health ailments. It is also thought to be beneficial for anti-aging. Although fo-ti is thought to cause few side effects, using it may lead to liver damage (hepatotoxicity). Therefore, it is important to consult a healthcare provider about its use....
In recent decades, scientists have made significant advances in understanding age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Genetics is now known to play a major role in the risk and onset of AMD, with around 50% of cases believed to be inherited and passed through family lines. Today, a number of specific genes are known to be associated with AMD. These findings not only help scientists better understand the mechanism of the disease, but open the door to the development of precision drugs that may one day help prevent or treat AMD....
Home remedies for anal fissures include sitz baths, fiber supplements, stool softeners, and adequate hydration and fiber intake. An anal fissure is a tear or a break in the lining of the anal canal, where stool passes out of the body. They are painful and may bleed, causing so much discomfort that they can affect your quality of life. Many anal fissures heal on their own or with the assistance of things like dietary changes and home remedies....
The treatment of liver cancer depends on the stage of the cancer, as well as a person’s underlying liver function. While the preferred treatment is surgical removal of the cancer, many people are not candidates for surgery due to the extent of their disease and/or poor baseline liver health. Besides surgery, other treatment options include liver transplant, ablation therapy, embolization therapy, and prescription medications like targeted therapy, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy....
Prediabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but they’re not quite high enough to be considered or diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that about 96 million American adults live with prediabetes. This is more than 1 in 3. Of these people living with prediabetes, more than 80% don’t know they have it. Prediabetes increases your risk of type 2 diabetes, which has serious health consequences....
Like most cancer types, the chance of developing lung cancer increases with age. In the United States, lung cancer is most often diagnosed in people 65 or older. But lung cancer can occur at any age; even in children. And while the overall incidence has been decreasing in recent years, the rate is actually increasing in younger adults who have never smoked. This article discusses how lung cancer affects different age groups....
Magnesium deficiency, or hypomagnesemia, is a condition in which the amount of magnesium in the body is lower than expected. Magnesium is an important electrolyte (a mineral that carries an electrical charge). It works with other electrolytes, such as sodium, potassium, and calcium. Together, these electrolytes play a role in bone development, energy production, blood pressure regulation, and much more. Hypomagnesemia occurs when a circumstance, drug, or disease alters the body’s normal intake, absorption, or excretion of magnesium....
Lymphoma is a cancer of the white blood cells. Mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphoma is an uncommon form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). Unlike most lymphomas that begin growing within lymph nodes, this type of lymphoma typically arises from tissue that is present in the lining of certain other organs of the body. There are different types of lymphocytes, and a person can develop lymphoma in any of these types. There are B-lymphocytes and T lymphocytes, for instance, and thus, there are B-cell lymphomas and T-cell lymphomas....
Meningoencephalitis is a condition that causes a stiff neck, fever, headache, and sensitivity to light along with other more serious symptoms such as confusion and seizures. It is considered a medical emergency. Meningoencephalitis is a combination of encephalitis (inflammation or infection of the brain tissue) and meningitis (inflammation or infection of the protective membranes around the brain). It is also referred to as encephalomeningitis. Herpes virus infection is the most common cause of meningoencephalitis, but the condition can have other possible causes....
Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a flowering herb native to Europe but also found in parts of the United States, Australia, Asia, Africa, and South America. Although research is still emerging, milk thistle may be beneficial for conditions relating to the liver and gallbladder. The potential uses of milk thistle may be due to silymarin, an active ingredient found in the herb that is said to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects....
Multiple myeloma starts with the abnormal growth of a plasma cell in the bone marrow. Next, the abnormal cell begins to multiply rapidly in the bone marrow. But scientists don’t know exactly what causes the plasma cells to begin this abnormal growth pattern. Common Causes The exact causes of multiple myeloma have not been established. But scientists hypothesize that genetics, environmental factors, and family history might contribute to a higher risk of developing multiple myeloma....
Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disease in which a person’s immune system attacks the protective covering (myelin) of nerve fibers within the brain and spinal cord. When myelin is damaged, nerve signaling is impaired. This results in a variety of symptoms like numbness, fatigue, cognitive problems, and trouble walking. Unlike MS, menopause is not a disease, but rather a natural part of the aging process. Specifically, menopause is the point in time when a person who has been menstruating has not experienced a menstrual period for 12 consecutive months (in the absence of another medical condition)....
Testosterone is the sex hormone that gives men the traits that are unique to males. It affects many aspects of male health, such as sperm production, muscle and bone mass, and sex drive. Women also have testosterone, though at lower levels than men. In women, it has a major impact on their bodies. The hormone affects bone strength, ovarian function, and sexual behavior. Testosterone levels drop slowly with age in both sexes....
There is no cure for multiple sclerosis (MS), but disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) can delay disability and slow the condition’s progression. They work by preventing the immune system’s attack on nerves in the brain and body. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved several new DMTs to treat MS in the last few years. The emergence of these drugs has been a remarkable step in changing the outlook on living with MS....
