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Tardive dyskinesia can often be managed with a variety of strategies. This medication-induced side effect is a movement disorder that can be distressing and may cause substantial limitations in day-to-day life activities. Treatments include reducing or discontinuing the medication that’s causing tardive dyskinesia, using prescription therapy to reduce the symptoms of tardive dyskinesia, and/or procedural interventions. Ingrezza (valbenazine) and Austedo (deutetrabenazine) are prescription medications approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating tardive dyskinesia....

Most people are probably familiar with carpal tunnel syndrome where impingement of the wrist (carpal tunnel) causes pain, tingling, and numbness primarily in the thumb, two adjacent fingers, and part of the palm. A similar condition can take place on the other side of the wrist where impingement of the ulnar nerve causes a radiating pain or numbness in the pinky finger, ring finger, and edge of the hand. This is called ulnar neuropathy, which can be caused by two different conditions known as cubital tunnel syndrome and ulnar tunnel syndrome....

Vitamin D, also known as calciferol, is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for physical and mental health. The two primary forms of vitamin D are vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol), found in plants, and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol), found in animal tissues. Vitamin D is essential for immune system function and bone health. It may also influence mood regulation and reduce the risk of several chronic health conditions. This article looks at vitamin D’s benefits and side effects, deficiency symptoms, and how much you should consume each day....

Lipids are fatty, waxy, or oily compounds that are essential to many body functions and serve as the building blocks for all living cells. Lipids help regulate hormones, transmit nerve impulses, cushion organs, and store energy in the form of body fat. The three main types of lipids are phospholipids, sterols (including the different types of cholesterol), and triglycerides (which account for over 95% of lipids in food). Lipids are found in higher quantities in fried foods, animal fats, and dairy products like cream, butter, and cheese....

A wide variety of situations can cause diarrhea, including stress and anxiety. This is because of the physical changes that occur in your body when you are feeling stressed out. This article explains why diarrhea may occur with stress and anxiety and what strategies you can use to avoid this unpleasant and unwanted physical symptom. Gut Reactions to Stress Experiencing diarrhea when you are stressed is directly related to your body’s programmed stress response....

Pimples are clogged pores (hair follicles) that have become inflamed. They’re generally the result of the overproduction of oil in your skin combined with bacteria. You’re most likely to get pimples in areas with a lot of oil glands, which includes your face, neck, shoulders, chest, and back. Common types of inflamed pimples include papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts. Acne comes in several types, depending on the types of pimples it causes....

When diagnosed in the early stages, colon cancer has a high cure rate. Yet 2 in 5 individuals who meet the screening criteria do not follow through with testing. Key Takeaways At-home colon cancer screening tests provide a noninvasive and convenient alternative to colonoscopy.Home screening kits for colon cancer have a high accuracy rate, but they are less effective than colonoscopy at finding precancerous polyps, which can become cancerous if left untreated....

It may be scary to see your newborn with acne. But here’s the good news: Baby acne is common, and there’s generally nothing to worry about as it will usually go away on its own. However, there are some conditions to be aware of that can cause similar symptoms. This article will explain the causes of baby acne, the other conditions that can resemble it, as well as treatment options and remedies you can try to reduce it....

Parents and pediatricians are becoming much more aware of the possible side effects of the medications that kids are being prescribed. Parents may be more cautious as a result of some high-profile reports about possible drug side effects, which has likely helped to get everyone’s attention, including: Singulair (montelukast) and a possible association with behavior/mood changes, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, and suicide. Tamiflu (oseltamivir) and a variety of neurologic and behavioral symptoms, including hallucinations, delirium, and abnormal behavior....

Rheumatoid arthritis is more than just pain in the joints. It’s a life-changing disease that requires a lot of adaptations on your part. It can be scary and overwhelming at times, but you can take control now by facing and overcoming the challenges of living with the disease, both current and future. Finding Support After getting a rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis, you’ll need to think about a few different types of support you could need: functional, financial, and emotional....

Some people who have recovered from the acute effects of COVID-19 experience symptoms similar to myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). While it’s too soon to say how long lingering COVID-19 symptoms may last once you’ve recovered from the acute infection, there is a concern in the medical community that this virus could lead to chronic health conditions—possibly including ME/CFS or something similar. The Concern Similarities between ME/CFS and post-acute COVID-19 symptoms are documented on the U....

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare, fatal neurodegenerative disease that’s caused by a harmful prion, which is a type of misshapen protein particle causing normal proteins in the brain to fold. The disease can be transmitted through contaminated nerve tissue. It can also be hereditary, but most cases are believed to be sporadic and occur without a traceable cause. This article will discuss the symptoms, causes, treatment, and outlook of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease....

Since January 2022, health insurance plans have been required to cover the cost of at-home rapid tests for COVID-19. This applies to Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers. Up to eight tests per 30-day period are covered. This requirement will continue as long as the COVID public health emergency lasts. This declaration has been renewed every 90 days and is currently due to continue until at least January 11, 2023. Once the declaration expires, at-home test coverage will likely vary by insurer....

Endorphins are your body’s natural pain relievers. These neurotransmitters, or chemical messengers in the brain, are also responsible for feelings of pleasure we can get after certain activities like hiking or running, eating chocolate, and laughing with friends. Role in the Body Endorphins help your body avoid pain and increase feelings of pleasure. A healthy brain signals the release of endorphins during moments of shock, freeze, “fight or flight,” trauma and stress, or physical pain....

Thyroid blood tests measure thyroid hormone levels. These include thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), the hormone that tells your thyroid gland to make thyroid hormone. Tests also check levels of the thyroid hormones triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), and the proteins that affect thyroid hormone production. Thyroid blood tests are usually simple and accurate. A few things can affect your results, though. You may have ongoing fluctuations in thyroid hormone levels. This is a sign you need your medication dose changed....

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us have found ourselves forced to change our rituals and routines. Social distancing guidelines have made it especially difficult to safely come together to mourn the loss of a loved one, bringing drastic changes to the process of grieving. Key Takeaways A new study found that people are experiencing increased mental health issues while grieving the death of a loved one due to COVID-19 when compared to deaths before the pandemic or from natural causes....

Public health experts are warning of another COVID-19 surge this winter. While it’s not yet clear what the impact of the variant will be, experts have some recommendations about how we can all stay safe. Key Takeaways Public health officials are concerned that another winter surge of COVID-19 infections is looming.Experts are not yet sure how severe the impact of the Omicron COVID-19 variant will be, but advise that everyone continues to take safety measures....

Symptoms of hunger can be more than a reminder for our next meal. Hunger is most commonly a response to food deprivation, fasting, or restricted eating, but there are other causes of hunger. Lifestyle factors, medical conditions, and medications can cause hunger. This article discusses the symptoms, causes, and treatment of hunger. Symptoms Hunger is a physiological sensation of needing food that encourages us to seek our next meal. When the nutrients in the blood are low, the hormone ghrelin, sometimes called the “hunger hormone,” is released from the gut—these chemical messengers travel to the brain and trigger hunger....

Hyperhidrosis is a common condition that’s characterized by excessive sweating. It most often affects specific parts of the body, such as the armpits, palms, or feet, but in some people, it affects the whole body. This issue can arise on its own (primary hyperhidrosis), or it can be the result of a wide range of other factors, including cancer, medication side effects, as well as heart disease, lung problems, and infections....

Your skin, eyes, and hair get their color from a substance in your body called melanin. The amount of melanin in your skin and these other parts of the body creates your natural pigmentation or skin color. Although genetics and other factors play roles in pigmentation, there are other things that can change the balance of melanin in your body. This can include hormones, infections, and environmental changes. This article will explore what can cause your skin to grow darker, or become hyperpigmented—especially around the mouth—and what you can do about it....