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Meningococcal Meningitis: Symptoms & Treatment

Meningococcal meningitis is a rare type of meningitis that is associated with severe swelling of the lining of the brain. It causes symptoms like high fever, intense headache, and committing. Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this meningococcal disease.

Warts

Home Remedies For Warts: 6 Treatment Options to Try

Home remedies for the removal of common warts can be as easy as applying apple cider vinegar, duct tape, tea tree oil, or clear nail polish directly on the wart. Learn about different treatment options for wart removal at home.

Cold & Flu

Flu Shot Side Effects (& How to Relieve Them)

The most common side-effects of the flu shot, like a low grade fever or muscle pain, can emerge shortly after injection. These usually resolve within 2 days. In rare cases, more serious reactions can emerge, and these require immediate medical attention. Learn about side effects of the flu shot and what to do.

Back Pain

Left Side Back Pain: What It Means & What to Do

Left-sided back pain generally emerges from common, day-to-day occurrences, like carrying heavy objects or having bad posture. However, it can also be a sign of a more serious situation. Learn about the most common causes of back pain on the left side and what to do.

Hemorrhoids

6 Hemorrhoid Ointments & Home Remedies to Try

Hemorrhoid treatment aims to relieve symptoms like pain, swelling or bleeding. They contain anti-inflammatory and analgesic action which are indicated for the prevention or resolution of internal or external hemorrhoids. Learn about the most common hemorrhoid treatments and how to use them.

Dengue

Common Dengue Symptoms: Classic & Hemorrhagic

The initial symptoms of dengue are non-specific and can include high fever and general malaise. Symptoms can emerge overtime however, and you should see a doctor if you have joint pain, bleeding and rashes. Learn more about identifying dengue symptoms and about what you should do.

Tonsillitis

Tonsillectomy: Surgery, Recovery & What to Eat

Tonsil removal surgery, or a tonsillectomy, is only indicated when a patient presents with 3 intense tonsil infections within the past year or when treatment with antibiotics is not effective. Learn more about what this surgery entails, what recovery is like, and what to eat.

Pregnancy-Related Conditions

Constipation During Pregnancy: Symptoms & How to Treat

Constipation during pregnancy is normal, but it can be very uncomfortable. It is possible to prevent it by eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly and increasing your water intake. Learn more about what to do about constipation during pregnancy and what the main symptoms are.

Pharyngitis

Strep Throat: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Streptococcal pharyngitis, also known as strep throat, is an infection of the pharynx that can cause intense sore throat, white patches on tonsils and difficulty swallowing. Learn how to identify strep throat symptoms, how it spreads and treatment options.

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes pain in the whole body for more than three months. Symptoms can usually be treated with physiotherapy, acupuncture or medication. Learn more about how it is diagnosed and other treatment options available.

Autism

7 Signs of Autism in Babies & What To Do

Signs of autism in babies can start to emerge at 12 months and can involve difficulty with interacting with their parents and other children, as well as lack of facial expression. If you suspect autism, you should consult your pediatrician. Learn more about the signs of autism in babies and about treatment available.

Medicinal Plants

CBD Oil: How It Works, Benefits & Side Effects

Cannabidiol oil, also known as CBD oil, is a substance that is derived from the Cannabis sativa plant. It can help alleviate symptoms of anxiety, help treat insomnia and it has benefits in the treatment of epilepsy. Learn about other possible health benefits and side effects.

Cold & Flu

Swine Flu (H1N1): Symptoms, Transmission & Treatment

Swine flu, or H1N1 infection, is caused by a variant of the influenza A virus that causes flu-like symptoms. In serious cases, it can lead to difficulty breathing. Find out more about how swine flu started, its symptoms, how it is transmitted and treatment options.

Pregnancy-Related Conditions

Lower Belly Pain During Pregnancy: Causes & What To Do

Low belly pain is common during pregnancy, and it usually happens due to expected, pregnancy-related growth and changes. However, if you notice bleeding or fever, this may indicate something more serious that requires assessment. Learn about the main causes for low belly pain and what to do.

Diseases and Conditions

Burning Mouth Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Burning mouth syndrome is characterized by a burning sensation felt in any part of the mouth, a metallic taste, and decreased saliva production. Learn more about what burning mouth syndrome is, its symptoms and how it is treated.

Weight Loss

How Many Calories Should I Eat a Day to Lose Weight?

To find out how many calories you should eat in a day to lose weight, you can use one of two calculations. One is for people who exercise and the other is for those who don't. Use our total daily energy expenditure (TDEE) calculators to find out how many calories you should eat per day to lose weight.

Pregnancy-Related Conditions

Back Pain During Pregnancy: 7 Ways to Find Relief

Back pain is very a common symptom during pregnancy, but it can be relieved with simple strategies such as warm compresses, pillows, massages or stretches. Find out all you can do to relieve back pain during pregnancy.

Diseases and Conditions

Shingles: Symptoms, Causes, Transmission & Treatment

Shingles is a skin infection, also known as herpes zoster, that occurs in people who have had chickenpox at some point in their life. It causes the development of water blisters, that tend to appear along the chest or back. Learn more about how to identify shingles, what causes it and treatment options.

Fever

How To Break a Fever: Medication & Home Remedies

When a fever is not high, the use of home remedies, such as having a warm bath or having a white willow bark tea, may be helpful. However, in some situations, medication is also needed. Learn when to use natural options and when to use medication.

Diseases and Conditions

Bell's Palsy: What Is It, Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Bell’s Palsy (also known as acute peripheral facial paralysis) is a condition in which the facial nerve becomes inflamed leading to a loss of control of the muscles on one side of the face. Learn what can cause this condition, what the main symptoms are and the treatment options available.