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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.

Diabetes

Diabetic Diet: What to Eat & Avoid (with Meal Plan)

Diabetic diets should be low in refined sugar, white bread, fried fruit and fatty meat. Diabetics should eat fresh fruit with the peel, vegetables and whole grains. See which food you should eat and which to avoid and check out our 3-day diet plan.

Diseases and Conditions

6 Effective Tricks to Relieve a Toothache at Home

Mild toothache normally happens due to the accumulation of food residue between the teeth, but it can also appear as a sign of more serious problems, such as tooth decay. Learn some simple tricks that can help alleviate a toothache at home.

Appendicitis

Appendicitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Complications

Appendicitis is an inflammation of a part of the intestine known as the appendix, which is found in the bottom right quadrant of the abdomen. Report your symptoms in our online symptoms checker to assess your risk for appendicitis and learn more about how it is treated and possible complications.

Diseases and Conditions

Trigeminal Neuralgia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Trigeminal neuralgia is a neurological condition characterized by compression of the trigeminal nerve, which causes pain, mainly in the lower face. Pain can last for seconds, minutes or days. Learn more about what causes this condition, the symptoms associated with it and how it is treated.

Diseases and Conditions

Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease: Symptoms, Transmission Stage & Treatment

Hand foot and mouth disease is a contagious illness that most frequently occurs in children under the age of 5 (although adults can also become infected). It is caused by the coxsackievirus, and can be transmitted through direct or indirect contact. Learn more about this illness and how it is treated.

Weight Loss

How to Lose Weight Faster: 6 Essential Tips

To lose weight and reduce belly fat, it is important to change your lifestyle habits. You should maintain a healthy and balanced diet and engage in regular physical activity. Our Registered Dietitian shares 6 ways you can start to lose weig.

Weight Loss

Detox Diet: How to Follow, Meal Plans & What to Avoid

A detox diet may help you lose weight by eliminating toxins and accumulated fluid in the body. The main focus of a detox diet is to increase your intake of organic and low-fat foods. Learn about what kinds of food can be eaten and how to follow this plan.

Diseases and Conditions

8 Best Stretches for Lower Back Pain

Lower back stretches can help to relax and strengthen the muscles in the back, legs, hamstrings and abs, as well as improve mobility, flexibility and posture, Learn about the lower back stretches you can do at home to help reduce muscle-related discomfort.

Diseases and Conditions

Low Platelets: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Thrombocytopenia, or low platelet count, can be caused by infections, medications or even pregnancy. It can lead to symptoms like bruising and bleeding gums. Learn more about what causes low platelet counts and how it is treated.