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Sciatica Stretches: 8 Stretches & Exercises for Sciatic Pain

There are two types of exercises you can do to relieve sciatica: stretching exercises and strengthening exercises. Learn how to do these at home to relieve sciatica pain faster and what exercises you should avoid when experiencing a pain flare-up.

Diseases and Conditions

Liver Inflammation: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

Liver inflammation that is left untreated can lead to the formation of nodules and fibrous connective tissue within the liver, which can cause symptoms such as general malaise, nausea, and weight loss. Read more about what causes liver inflammation, the symptoms it causes and how it is diagnosed and treated.

Diseases and Conditions

Pulmonary Embolism: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

A pulmonary embolism is the blockage of an artery in the lung, usually by a blood clot. It causes symptoms such as sudden shortness of breath, severe coughing and chest pain. Learn more about what a pulmonary embolism is, its symptoms, what causes it, who is most at risk and how it's treated.

Oral Health

How to Get Rid of Bad Breath: 10 Tips to Improve Foul Breath

To get rid of bad breath, it is important to maintain optimal oral health, but flossing regularly and brushing your teeth and tongue after meals. You should also try to eat at least every 3 hours and drink water regularly throughout the day. Learn more about how to get rid of bad breath naturally using our tips.

Diseases and Conditions

Dislocated Jaw: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Prevention

A dislocated jaw is when the rounded part of the jawbone moves out of place and becomes locked in an abnormal position due to a separation of bones that meet in the TMJ. It causes symptoms like jaw pain and difficulty opening or closing the mouth. Learn more about what causes a dislocation jaw and how it is treated.

Dengue

Aedes Aegypti (Dengue Mosquitoes): What They Look & Where They Bite

Aedes Aegypti is a mosquito that transmits dengue, zika and chikungunya. It has white stripes on its body and has clear wings. Learn more about what it looks like, where they usually bite and how to prevent bites.

Dengue

Dengue Vaccine: Who Can Take It, Dosing & Side Effects

The dengue vaccine is recommended for children, adolescents and adults who have previously had dengue and live in high-risk areas. There are two vaccines available on the market (Dengvxia and Qdenga). Learn more about the side effects of the dengue vaccine, who can take it, and how it is administered.

Medicinal Plants

Saw Palmetto; Health Benefits, How to Use & Side Effects

Saw palmetto is a medicinal plant that is used to treat various health problems, especially urinary problems, impotence or enlarged prostate. It has diuretic, anti-inflammatory and antiandrogenic action. Learn about the other health benefits of saw palmetto, how to use it and possible side effects associated with use.

Menstruation

Amenorrhea: 8 Common Causes & When to See a Gynecologist

Amenorrhea, or the absence of a period, can occur due to stress, instense exercise or changes in the reproductive organs. It is important to consult a gynecologist if you have not had a period for more than 3 months to determine the underlying cause and indicate treatment as needed.

Cold & Flu

7 Medicines for a Runny Nose (& Home Remedies)

Medicines for a runny nose may be prescribed by your doctor to relieve a runny nose or stuffy nose caused by allergic rhinitis, flu or colds. Check-out the main medications indicated for a runny nose as well as home remedies that you can use to relieve discomfort quickly.

Cold & Flu

Best Tea for a Cold: 8 Natural Recipes to Treat Cold Symptoms

The best teas for a colds include echinacea tea with honey, lemon tea with garlic and ginger or green tea. They are naturally rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that help the body treat cold symptoms and recover faster. Check-out 8 teas for a cold that you can prepare at home.

Headache

Headache on Top of the Head: 11 Causes (& What to Do)

Headache on top of the head is usually caused by lack of sleep, drinking cold water too quickly, or minor bumps or injuries. It may present with other symptoms such as a fever, fatigue, or a cough. Learn more about what causes a headache on top of the head and what to do to treat discomfort.

Weight Loss

Hibiscus Tea for Weight Loss: How It Make (& Recipes)

Hibiscus tea is an excellent natural option to help with weight loss, however, for it to be effective, it should be prepared in the correct proportions. Learn more about how hibiscus can aid in weight loss, how to prepare it and how to take.

Diseases and Conditions

What are the Blood Types? Chart, What Rh Factor Is & Compatibility

The blood types that exist in humans are A, B, AB and O. Not all blood types are compatible with each other, however, and therefore it's important to know who can donate to whom. Receiving the wrong blood type can lead to life-threatening complications, which is why testing is essential prior to a transfusion.

Headache

Throbbing Headache: 7 Common Causes & When to See a Doctor

A throbbing headache can be caused by a hangover, migraine, sinusitis or occipital neuralgia, and can affect the entire head or just a part of it. This type of headache may be accompanied by nausea, vomiting or sensitivity to light. Learn more about what causes a throbbing headache and when to see a doctor.

Headache

Cluster Headaches: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

A cluster headache is a type of headache that is short-lasting, one-sided and very severe. It can cause symptoms such as red eyes, facial swelling, runny nose, drooping eyelids, and decreased pupil size. Check out other cluster headache symptoms, how it's diagnosed, what causes them and how they are treated.

Sleep

Sleeping Naked: Top 10 Health Benefits

Sleeping naked can offer several health benefits, such as improving sleep quality, stimulating calorie burning, preventing weight gain, preventing yeast infections, increasing fertility in men and improving a couple's intimacy. Learn more about all the benefits of sleeping naked.

Anemia

Anemia Medication: 13 Medicines Your Doctor May Prescribe

Anemia medications, such as ferrous sulfate, folic acid, vitamin B12 or erythropoietin, can help replace vitamins and minerals or stimulate the production of blood cells, and should be prescribed by a hematologist according to the type of a.

Diseases and Conditions

Free T4 and Total T4: What Is It, Normal Levels & When It's Ordered

The free T4 and total T4 test assesses thyroid function by measuring the levels of these hormones. Free T4 refers to T4 that is actively playing its role in the body, while total T4 describes both free T4 and T4 bound to a protein being transported. Learn more about the normal levels of free T4 and total T4.

Tests

Anti-CCP: What Is It For: How It's Done & What Results Mean

Anti-CCP is a blood test that is used to diagnose rheumatoid arthritis. It is typically requested by a rheumatologist when a person presents with symptoms such as pain, swelling or redness in the joints. Learn more about what the anti-CCP test is for, how to prepare for it and what results mean.