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Vitamin B17 is a commonly used name for a chemical called amygdalin. It is used to make a chemical called laetrile. Vitamin B17 is sourced from apricot pits and bitter almonds. Although they’re called “vitamin B17,” amygdalin and laetrile are not B vitamins. Amygdalin is used to make laetrile—a compound that some people claim can treat cancer naturally; however, there is little evidence that it works or is safe. This article will go over what vitamin B17 is....

Taking a walk may be the last thing on your mind if you are dealing with arthritis in your knees, but it is actually quite beneficial. Staying active each day is one of the keys to managing the soreness in your joints. Read the info below to learn more about the benefits of walking with arthritis and for tips on starting your own exercise program. How Walking Helps Knees The simple act of walking can have a wide range of benefits on your arthritic joints, many of which can help to decrease your pain....

What Is Jalyn? Jalyn is an oral medication used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) (enlarged prostate), including problems urinating. Jalyn contains two medications—dutasteride and tamsulosin—that work in different ways to help improve your symptoms. Dutasteride belongs to a group of drugs called 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors. These medications work by shrinking the size of your prostate. Tamsulosin is an alpha-blocker. It works by relaxing muscles in your prostate and the neck of your bladder (the lower part of the bladder that connects to your urethra)....

Klinefelter syndrome is a genetic condition that affects only males. Here’s what you should know about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for the condition. What Is Klinefelter Syndrome? Klinefelter syndrome is a genetic abnormality that affects only males. Named after the American physician Harry Klinefelter in 1942, Klinefelter syndrome affects approximately one in 500 newborn males, making it a very common genetic abnormality. At the current time, the average time of diagnosis is in the mid 30s, and it’s thought that only around a fourth of men who have the syndrome are ever officially diagnosed....

This month, tennis legend Martina Navratilova, 66, announced that she has been diagnosed with stage one throat cancer and breast cancer. Key Takeaways Former tennis pro Martina Navratilova announced a dual diagnosis of throat and breast cancer.Experts say that’s not common for patients to be diagnosed with more than one unrelated type of cancer at once. It’s more common for a person to have two primary cancers that do not occur at the same time....

A sore throat is a common symptom of several illnesses, including infectious mononucleosis (mono) and a streptococcus infection (strep throat). While both mono and strep produce a sore throat, they are distinct conditions with different additional symptoms and treatments. It’s important to know what to look for and how to handle each condition. Be sure to see a healthcare provider for a proper diagnosis. Causes Mono Causes Mono is a contagious infection caused by a number of different viruses....

It’s estimated that three out of every four children in the United States have been infected with COVID-19 and more than half of all Americans have also had signs of previous infections, based on a recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Key Takeaways The CDC estimates that three in four kids and more than half of all Americans have been infected with COVID-19. Infections in children increased at higher rates during December 2021 and February 2022 when the Omicron variant was considered the most dominant strain in the U....

Necrosis is the death of tissues of the body. It happens when tissue isn’t getting enough blood due to injury, infection, or chemical exposure. Resulting damage cannot be reversed. The term gangrene refers to a large area of necrosis. The sole treatment for necrosis is the removal of the dead tissue. This article discusses the types of necrosis as well as the causes and risk factors. It also covers symptoms of necrotic tissue and how it’s treated....

Niacin, a form of vitamin B also called nicotinic acid or B3, is essential for proper cell function. Niacin is water-soluble, which means it is quickly absorbed in water and available for immediate use by your body. However, your body does not store niacin, so you should consume it regularly. Niacin deficiency is rare in the U.S. because it is readily available in many foods, including meat, legumes, and grains. However, some people may have trouble getting enough niacin, especially those who are malnourished due to a health condition....

Now that the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is officially authorized for children 5 to 11 years old, the White House is ready to begin the rollout. Key Takeaways The Biden administration ordered 15 million Pfizer doses in preparation for vaccinating children aged 5-11.There will be no mass vaccination sites. Instead, the plan calls on pediatricians, schools, children’s hospitals, and community-based organizations to provide outreach and vaccinations.Administering shots at trusted sites, like doctors’ offices and schools, may make children more comfortable and allow families to get the information they need, experts say....

During the pandemic, people with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) were less likely to reach out for social support than people with other diseases, according to a new study. Key Takeaways A study published in April suggests that people with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) are less likely to reach out for social support than others with chronic health conditions.Treatment for ME/CFS often involves treating symptoms associated with it, like chronic pain....

Nebulizers are small machines that convert liquid asthma medication into an aerosolized mist that gets inhaled directly into the lungs. These devices can be used to deliver maintenance treatment to keep asthma under control or during an asthma attack to halt symptoms such as wheezing. Nebulizers offer several advantages—especially for small children or older adults with asthma—which is why they may be used instead or In conjunction with metered dose inhalers (MDIs) or dry powdered inhalers (DPIs)....

Prediabetes affects approximately 96 million adults in the United States and occurs when a person’s blood sugar (glucose) levels are abnormally high but below the threshold for a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. While the exact cause of prediabetes is unclear, experts believe this complex condition stems from various factors, including genetic makeup, lifestyle, and underlying cardiovascular health. This article will explore the factors involved in developing prediabetes, from unmodifiable factors like age and family history to modifiable ones like excess weight and a sedentary lifestyle....

Shock is a medical emergency that occurs when the tissues in your body can’t get enough blood, oxygen, and nutrients. Loss of consciousness may be the first noticeable effect and shock can worsen rapidly, potentially causing permanent organ damage or death. There are several types of shock, as well as several causes, including traumatic blood loss and sudden heart failure. Emergency medical professionals can identify shock very quickly, and the condition requires urgent treatment....

Chest congestion is a symptom of a condition, not a condition unto itself. It occurs in a number of illnesses that commonly affect toddlers, including the common cold. However, it can also be caused by more serious illnesses or be a sign of a genetic condition such as cystic fibrosis. Congestion occurs when the lungs and lower airway passages (bronchial tubes) are inflamed and fill with mucus or phlegm. It causes a “wet” cough....

Questions about the survival rate and recurrence rate are very common when someone is diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer. While prognosis is, on average, poorer than with hormone receptor or human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) positive tumors, triple-negative breast cancer is a very diverse disease. On a positive note, and unlike hormone-positive tumors that commonly recur late (after five years), late recurrence is less common with triple-negative tumors. The recent approval of immunotherapy only for triple-negative disease is also optimistic....

Certain foods—or a combination of foods—sometimes seem to provoke migraine attacks. Eliminating them from your diet, then, seems like a logical step to work into your migraine prevention and treatment plan. Though the science behind whether or not foods truly trigger migraines is still not completely clear, it’s convincing enough that more and more headache specialists are recommending dietary changes as migraine therapies. Migraine-Triggering Foods There are a variety of foods that are known to contribute to a migraine and they tend to be different in every individual, though some people don’t have any food triggers at all....

Vaping marijuana is often touted as safer than smoking it. That’s because vaporizers heat—but don’t burn—herb, oil, or wax forms of marijuana. However, vaping marijuana isn’t safe in general, and in some ways, it may be more dangerous than smoking weed. Both smoking and vaping marijuana has generally been considered safer than smoking cigarettes or vaping with nicotine products. However, when it comes to vaping, that belief may be false, as well....

Passing one solid, green stool is usually nothing to be concerned about. Even green diarrhea may be well within the range of normal stool. Usually, foods like leafy vegetables, supplements, and medications are the cause of this. However, you can also have green diarrhea from a medical condition such as a stomach infection or digestive disorder that requires immediate or ongoing treatment. This article describes the different causes of green diarrhea, what to do about it, and when you should talk to your healthcare provider....

Each year, people around the world receive a new influenza vaccine—also known as your annual flu shot. Because the flu—one of the most wide-spread viruses—mutates so quickly, scientists must revamp the vaccine each year to account for new strains that arise. Key Takeaways A universal flu vaccine could be effective in protecting against any strain of the influenza virus, potentially replacing the annual flu shot.One vaccine candidate has passed its first test in a small clinical trial....