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HPV: Symptoms, Types, Transmission & Treatment

HPV is an STI that results in the onset of warts in the genital area. Some people may not have any symptoms, while other can present with warts. Learn more about how this virus is infected and how to treat it.

Diseases and Conditions

Broken Nose: Symptoms, What to Do, Surgery & Complications

A broken nose occurs when there is a break in the bones or cartilage in the nose due to direct impact to the area. It can cause pain, swelling and bruising, and may require surgical repair depending on the severity of the fracture. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of a broken nose and what to do to treat it.

Symptoms

Constant Throat Clearing: 8 Common Causes (& How to Treat)

Constant throat clearing is commonly caused by a cold or allergies, but it can also be related to a more serious health condition, like COVID-19, sinusitis, gastroesophageal reflux and even laryngeal cancer. Learn more about what causes your to constantly clear your throat and how to treat this symptom.

Food

7 Coconut Benefits for your Health (plus Nutrition & Recipes)

Coconut is a fruit that is rich in fiber, antioxidants and minerals that improve bowel function, strengthen the immune system and promote weight loss. Learn more about other coconut benefits, its nutritional composition, and how to eat it, including healthy recipes.

Anemia

Blood Transfusion: When It's Indicated, How It's Performed & Risks

A blood transfusion is a medical procedure in which blood is administered intravenously to treat a health condition like anemia, extensive burns, or surgeries involving significant blood loss. Learn more about when it's indicated, how blood is transfused, and the possible risks and complications involved.

Cold & Flu

Bird Flu: Symptoms, How It's Transmitted & Treated (plus Prevention)

Bird flu is a respiratory infection caused by the influenza A virus (which has many types, including H5N1). It can cause symptoms similar to those of the common flu, like fever, body aches, dry cough and runny nose. Learn more about how this infection is transmitted, diagnosed and treated, plus how to prevent it.

Diseases and Conditions

Chin Surgery: What It's For, When It's Indicated & Recovery

Chin surgery is a cosmetic procedure that aims to reshape the chin by reducing or increasing its size to give the face a more harmonious shape. It is done by shaving the bone, insterting an implant or injecting fat into the chin. Learn more about why chin surgery is indicated and what recovery is like.

Yeast Infection

Yeast Infection Treatments (Vaginal, Oral, Skin and More)

Yeast infection treatments may involve the use of antifungal pills or cream. The treatment prescribed for yeast infections will generally vary on the area of the body affected, like the skin, mouth, genitals or gut. Learn more about treatments for yeast infections your doctor may prescribe, as well as home remedies.

Men's Health

Spermatocele: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

A spermatocele, also known as an epididymal cyst, is a condition that can cause a palpable lump and discomfort in the testicle. Learn more about what can cause a spermatocele, the symptoms it can lead to, and how a spermatocele is treated.

Back Pain

Neck Pain Relief: 7 Tips to Reduce Pain Fast

Neck pain can be very uncomfortable, but it can be easily relieved with simple measures like placing a warm compress on the area or performing a neck massage with anti-inflammatory ointments. Check out other tips for neck pain relief and laern more about when you should see a doctor.

Food

12 Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Include in Your Diet

Anti-inflammatory foods, such as saffron and berries, work by reducing the production of substances in the body that promote inflammation and lead to conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes or cancer. Check-out a list of anti-inflammatory foods that you should incorporate into your diet.

Diseases and Conditions

Streptococcus agalactiae: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Streptococcus agalactiae is a bacteria that is naturally present in the body, but can cause serious infections in newborns. Learn more about what the main symptoms of Streptococcus agalactiae infections are, how it's transmitted and diagnosed, and how this infection is treated.

Tests

Lactate: When It's Tested, Normal Levels & High Lactate Causes

Lactate is a product of glucose metabolism when glucose is transformed into energy without oxygen present. High lactate can occur with intense physical intensity or due to a health condition, like sepsis or SIRS. Learn mroe about when this test is ordered, what causes high lactate and what normal lactate levels are.

Diseases and Conditions

Gut Dysbiosis: Symptoms. Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

Gut dysbiosis is an imbalance in the growth of microorganisms that are naturally found in the intestine, which can cause symptoms such as nausea, excess gas, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea or constipation. Learn more about intestinal dysbiosis, its symptoms, how it's diagnosed, what causes it and treatment options.

Diseases and Conditions

Streptococcus pyogenes: Infections, Symptoms & Treatment

Streptococcus pyogenes is a bacteria that is naturally found in the body. However a weakened immune system or other conditions can lead to the growth and spread of Streptococcus pyogenes, causing pharyngitis, tonsil infections and other illnesses. Learn more about what Streptococcus pyogenes can cause.

Anemia

Anemia Symptoms: 10 Signs of Low Hemoglobin

Excessive fatigue, lack of appetite and difficulty concentrating may be signs of anemia. However, there are other symptoms that patients may present with. Learn about the main symptoms of anemia and the treatment options available.

Diseases and Conditions

Shin Splints: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention

Shin splints is characterized by an inflammation of the tibia bone and surrounding muscles. It is generally caused by repetitive impact activities, like running or soccer, and causes symptoms like intense shin pain and leg swelling. Learn more about what causes shin splints, symptoms it causes and how it can be treated.

Diseases and Conditions

Black Fly Bites: Symptoms, Treatment & Are They Dangerous?

A black fly bite can cause mild symptoms, such as swelling, redness and itching at the site. Although it is not considered to be serious, the bite can become infected, cause serious allergic reactions or transmit infectious diseases. Learn more about the symptoms of a black fly bite and how to treat it.

Baby Health

Baby Snoring: Causes, What to Do & Complications

A baby's snoring is not normal and is a sign of air passage difficulty through the nose and airways. This can be temporary and be caused by a cold or flu infection, however other conditions can also lead to snoring in babies, like GERD or enlarged tonsils. Learn more about what causes baby snoring and what to do.

Diseases and Conditions

What Causes Ketones in Urine? (plus Symptoms & How to Treat)

Ketones in the urine are often a sign of untrated diabetes, extended fasting, or a diet that is rich in fat and low in carbohydrates. Ketones are a by-product of fat breakdown, which will happen when carbohydrate stores are low. Learn more about what causes of high levels of ketones in the urine and what to do.