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Nail Fungus: Symptoms, Causes, Types & Treatment Options

Nail fungus, or onychomycosis, is usually the result of a fungal infection that causes the nail to become yellow, deformed and thick. It should be treated with anti fungal polish or ointments prescribed by a dermatologist. Learn more about nail fungus, the symptoms is causes and the treatment options available.

Men's Health

Balanoposthitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

Balanoposthitis is inflammation of the glans and foreskin, which is most often caused by an infection. It leads to symptoms like itching, redness and burning in the area. Learn more about what balanoposthitis is, what causes it, other symptoms and how it's treated.

Men's Health

Prostate Surgery: When It's Indicated & How It's Performed

Prostate surgery, known as radical prostatectomy, is indicated for the treatment of localized prostate cancer, as it allows the entire prostate to be removed. It can be performed using different techniques. See when prostate surgery is indicated, how it is performed, how to prepare for it and what recovery is like.

Pregnancy-Related Conditions

Why Your Pregnant Belly Is Hard Sometimes (Causes By Trimester)

A pregnant belly can be hard sometimes for reasons that can depend on how far along you are . During the early stages of pregnancy, the growth of the uterus and the development of the baby can make your belly feel harder. Learn more about why your pregnant belly is sometimes hard and soft and when to see a doctor.

Food

What Can I Eat as a Bread Substitute? 10 Healthy Options

A bread subtitute should be in fiber and protein, and can include tapioca, crepioca, omelet and oat bread. These options can help to keep you fuller and improve bowel functioning. Learn more about the best bread substitutes you can incorporate into your diet and how to prepare them.

Diarrhea

6 Foods for Diarrhea (That Slow Down Bowel Movements)

Foods for diarhea, like peeled, cooked apples and pears, contain soluble fibers that make food move more slowly through the intestine. They can help to reduce volume and add bulk to the stool. Laern more about the best foods for diarrhea that you can consume to slow down bowel movements.

Medicinal Plants

What Is Ayahuasca? Possible Benefits, Side Effects & Risks

Ayahuasca is a psychoactive brew that is made from a mixture of plants from the Amazon Rainforest. It is mainly used for religious indigenous rituals to open the mind and create mystical experiences. Learn more about what is Ayahuasca, how it can be used in medicine and what are the possible side effects.

Hepatitis

HBsAb Test: What Is It, How to Test & What Results Mean

An HBsAb test is ordered to determine whether a patient is immune to hepatitis B. It can also be ordered to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment for an active Hep b infection. Learn more about how this test is done, what the results mean, and why it is ordered with the HbsAg test.

Back Pain

Upper Back Pain: 8 Common Causes & When to See a Doctor

Upper back pain can be caused by injuries, tension or conditions like osteoarthritis or a herniated disc. It can be associated with other symptoms such as neck stiffness, tingling and headaches. Learn more about what causes upper back pain, how it can be treated, and when to see a doctor.

Medications

Mifepristone: Common Uses, How to Take, & Side Effects

Mifepristone is a synthetic steroid that is used for legal abortions up until 70 days of gestation. It can also be prescribed to treat hyperglycemia secondary to endogenous Cushing‘s syndrome. Learn more about how to take this medication, the recommended doses and the side effects associated with use.

Diseases and Conditions

Breast Cyst: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Follow-Up

A breast cyst is a small-fluid filled lump that does not usually cause symptoms, but in some cases they can be uncomfortable and lead to breast heaviness. Learn more about other symptoms they can cause, what causes breast cysts, and how they are treated, including when they are aspirated and monitored.

Tests

Ferritin: Normal Levels, What Results Mean & Why It's Ordered

Ferritin is a protein produced by the liver that stores iron in the body. It can become elevated during periods of inflammation or infection, or decreased with iron deficiency. Learn what ferritin tests mean, what the normal levels are, and the symptoms associated with a high or low ferritin.

Gout

Gout Diet: What to Avoid, Foods to Eat & 3-Day Meal Plan

A gout diet is a crucial part of gout treatment. Foods that contain purines, for example, can cause uric acid levels to increase in the body, making your symptoms worse. Check which foods are allowed, which foods to avoid, and what to eat in moderation, as well as our sample meal plan to guide your diet.

Medications

Triamcinolone Acetonide: Uses, How to Take & Side Effects

Triamcinolone acetonide is a corticosteroid indicated for mouth ulcers or wounds, allergic rhinitis or dermatoses, and is found in the form of an oral ointment, nasal spray, or topical skin cream. Learn more about what triamcinolone acetonide is used for, how to use it and side effects associated with this medication.

Spots on the Skin

Stress Rash: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

A stress rash is an immune system response to emotions like stress and anxiety. It causes skin symptoms like itching and redness as well as systemic symptoms, like shortness of breath. Learn more about what causes stress rashes and how they are treated.

Symptoms

Itchy Feet: 9 Common Causes (& How to Treat)

Itchy feet can be caused by several factors, like dry skin, hyshidrosis, psoriasis or a fungal infection. Learn about the possible causes of itchy feet, what they mean and how you can get rid of itchiness.

Men's Health

Testicular Atrophy: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Testicular atrophy is a condition where one or both testicles are visibly reduced in size. It can cause symptoms like low libido and reduced muscle mass. This condition is curable when treatment is carried out as prescribed however. See wha.

Stye

Sty: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & When to See a Doctor

A sty is the inflammation of a gland on the eyelid, which leads to the appearance of a swollen lump, redness, discomfort and itchiness on the eyelid. Learn more about what a sty looks like, what can cause it, and how they are treated, including home remedies to get rid of a sty.

Diseases and Conditions

Fordyce Spots: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Fordyce spots, also called Fordyce granules or Fordyce glands, are small yellowish or whitish spots that can appear on the lips, on the inside of the cheeks or on the genital area. Learn about why they appear and how to get rid of them.

Diseases and Conditions

Polydipsia: Symptoms, Causes, Types & Treatment

Polydipsia is a condition used to describe excessive thirst. It usually leads to other symptoms such as increased fluid intake and urination, as well as dizziness. Learn about other symptoms associated with polydipsia, what causes it and how it is treated.