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Intramural Fibroid: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

Intramural fibroids are a type of benign tumor that can cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, cramps and abnormal periods. Learn more about what causes intramural fibroids, the symptoms they can cause, and how they are diagnosed and treated.

Symptoms

Eyelid Twitching: 9 Common Causes & When to See a Doctor

Eyelid twitching usually occurs due to tiredness and excess stress. However, it can also occur due to vision problems and allergies, for example. Learn more about the main causes of eyelid twitching and what to do to treat this symptom, as well as when to see a doctor.

Symptoms

Jaw Popping: 6 Common Causes & What to Do

Jaw popping usually occurs due to a dysfunction of the temporomandibular joints, but it can also happen as a result of bruxism, arthritis or a mouth infection. Learn more about why your jaw is popping and what to do to treat it.

Women's Health

Vaginitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes, Types & Treatment

Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vaginal mucosa that can be caused by an imbalance in vaginal flora, infections, allergies or hormonal changes during menopause or pregnancy. Learn more about what vaginitis is, what causes it , its symptoms, and how it is diagnosed and treated.

Women's Health

Low Testosterone in Women: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Low testosterone in women can cause symptoms such as changes in libido and mood or a decrease in muscle and bone mass. Testosterone can be increased with the use of medication or through natural means. Check out other symptoms of low testosterone in women and how to increase it naturally or with medication.

Fluid Retention

Water Retention: Symptoms, 11 Causes & What to Do

Water retention is characterized by the accumulation of fluid that causes swelling or edema in the arms, legs, abdomen or face. It can occur with your period, or due to a high-salt diet or even problems with your kidneys. Learn about what causes bloating from water retention and how to treat it.

Arterial Hypotension

Low Blood Pressure: Symptoms, Causes & What to Do

Low blood pressure is characterized by a blood pressure reading that is equal to or lower than 90/60 mmHg. This can cause dizziness, weakness, pallor and a feeling of fainting. Low blood pressure can be caused by excessive heat or the use of medication. Learn more about what causes low blood pressure and what to do.

Diets

Low-Fiber Diet: What to Eat & Avoid (w/ Sample Meal Plan)

A low-fiber diet can be recommended to relieve diarrhea or abdominal pain, or manage flare-ups of Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis or IBS. It can include foods such as white rice, applesauce or boiled potatoes. Learn more about waht to eat and avoid with a low-fiber diet and check-out our 3-day meal plan.

Tests

CA 19-9: Normal Levels, What It's For & What Results Mean

CA 19-9 is a blood test that evaluates the presence of this protein in the blood. It is usually produced by cancer cells, but can also become high in the blood with gallbaldder stones, pancreatitis or cirrhosis. Learn more about what CA 19-9 is for, how it's done, normal levels and what results mean.

Tests

Protein Electrophoresis: What It's Used for & Results

A protein electrophoresis is a test that separates blood plasma proteins into different fractions to evaluate the levels of different types of proteins in the blood. It is done by collecting a blood sample, which is then separated into different parts to isolate the proteins.

Fitness

Functional Training: 9 Exercises to Incorporate in Your Workout

Functional training is characterized by exercises the engage several muscle groups at once. It is normally performed in circuits, and can improve muscular resistance and physical conditioning. Check out some examples of functional training exercises and how to perform them.

Lupus

What Are The Symptoms of Lupus? (& What Causes Them?)

The most common lupus symptoms are a red butterfly-shaped rash across the nose and cheeks, fever, and joint pain. These should be assessed by rheumatologist who will order testing to confirm a diagnosis. Learn more about the main symptoms of lupus and how it is diagnosed and treated.

Diseases and Conditions

Broken Ribs: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes, Treatment & Daily Care

Broken ribs can lead to symptoms like pain with breathing. Treatment for broken ribs typically involves rest, ice and analgesics, although very serious cases that cause organ injury may require surgery. Learn more about the symptoms of broken ribs, how it is diagnosed and how it is treated.

Food

Sea Salt: Health Benefits, Sea Salt vs. Table Salt & Daily Amount

Sea salt is high in sodium, which is a mineral that helps to regulate blood pressure and helps absorb nutrients into the cells. Learn about the health benefits of sea salt and find out the daily recommended amount of sea salt you should eat per day, as well as the difference of table salt vs sea salt.

Food

34 Calcium-Rich Foods (& Daily Calcium Recommendation)

Calcium-rich foods can be plant-based or of animal origin, and can include yogurt, milk, spinach, sardines, broccoli, almonds, mussels, flaxseeds and chickpeas. They can offer benefits like improving bone and teeth structure, promoting muscle strength and maintaining pH levels. Learn which foods are high in calcium.

Tests

Ovulation Test: How to Take, Types & Cervical Mucus

An ovulation test can help you to detect when lutenheizing hormone is at its peak concentration in the urine, which signifies an ovulatory peak, or when there is a greater chance of pregnancy. Learn about how the ovulation test works, the types of ovulation tests available and how you can also monitor cervical mucus.

Food

Protein Smoothies: 6 Smoothie Recipes for Muscle Gains

Protein smoothies can be made at home with natural ingredients like banana and peanut butter sweet potato and cacao, and açaí and Greek yogurt. They also contain carbohydrates and antioxidants which can improve performance and strength during exercise, leading to muscle gains. Check-out our recipes for protein smoothies.

Men's Health

How to Increase Sperm Count: 10 Natural Methods

Some ways to increase semen count naturally include increasing your vitamin C intake, or taking supplements with vitamin D, zinc, coenzyme Q10, or ashwagandha. These can promote sperm production and quality. Check-out other ways to increase sperm count with natural methods.

Anxiety

23 Anxiety Symptoms (Physical & Psychological) w/ Online Quiz

Anxiety symptoms like chest tightness or tremors, can be physical, while others, like negative thoughts, fear or the feeling something bad will happen, can be psychological. Laern more about the the most common anxiety symptoms that can occur and complete our online sympom checker to determine your risk for anxiety.

Diets

Bland Diet: When It's Indicated, What to Eat & Avoid & Meal Plan

A bland diet is a type of diet made-up foods that are low in fiber or well-cooked so that are easily chewed and digested. It can be recommended after bariatric or esophageal surgery, for people with gastritis, or for those who wear dental prostheses. Learn more about what to eat and avoid, and see a sample meal plan.