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Omphalitis (Infected Umbilical Cord): Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Omphalitis is an infection of the umbilical cord stump that mainly affects newborns. Check the main symptoms, how to tell a normal cord from an infected one and how it is treated.

Baby Health

Is 98.7 a fever?

Is 98.7 a fever is a common question when checking a baby’s temperature. A reading of 98.7°F is usually normal, while infant fever is generally 100.4°F or higher. Rectal and underarm readings can differ, and symptoms like poor feeding, sleepiness, vomiting, or trouble breathing may need pediatric care.

Breastfeeding

Can I take ibuprofen while breastfeeding?

Learn when ibuprofen is considered safe for nursing mothers, the main contraindications such as ulcers, heart, kidney or liver issues, pregnancy, or dengue, and why consulting a doctor helps reduce risks to the baby’s health.

Diseases and Conditions

Proprioception: What It Is & Recommended Exercises

Proprioception is the body’s sense of position and movement that supports balance, coordination, and body awareness. Learn more about proprioception and exercises to improve it.

Symptoms

Bump in Mouth: 9 Common Causes (& When to See a Doctor)

A bump in the mouth can be caused by canker sores, herpes, stomatitis, mucocele, stone disease and hand-foot-and-mouth syndrome. Learn more about the main causes of bumps in the mouth, how to identify them and what to do, as well as when to see a doctor.

Diseases and Conditions

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.

Diseases and Conditions

What does early stage toenail fungus look like?

Toenail fungus is a fungal infection that causes nail changes. Learn what early-stage toenail fungus looks like.

Diets

Japanese Diet: Benefits, How to Start & 7-Day Meal Plan

Japanese diet centers on fresh, seasonal foods, fish, soy, seaweed, and fermented ingredients in small portions. Studies link it to better heart and digestive health and greater longevity, though sodium intake may be a concern. Get to know more about what is the traditional Japanese diet and how to start.

Medicinal Plants

Palo Azul: 7 Benefits, How to Make the Tea & Side Effects

Palo azul tea, also known as kidneywood tea, may support kidney health, ease arthritis pain, and help regulate blood sugar. Learn its benefits, how to make it, and side effects.

Medications

9 Antibiotics for Ear Infection (That Your Doctor May Prescribe)

Antibiotics for ear infection may include amoxicillin, amoxicillin-clavulanate, cefdinir, ceftriaxone, or ear drops, depending on severity, allergies, and ear drainage.

Symptoms

Poor Circulation in Legs: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Poor circulation in the legs is characterized by reduced blood flow in the veins and arteries in the legs. It is associated with symptoms such as swollen feet, leg pain, cold hands and varicose veins in the legs. Learn about the other sympt.

Food

Are Grapes Good For You? (8 Health Benefits & Recipes)

Grapes are good for you because they are rich in resveratrol, which has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action. Learn more about why grapes are good for you and how they can be consumed.

Gastritis

Gastritis Diet: Foods to Eat & Avoid (+ 7-Day Meal Plan)

A gastritis diet includes bland, low-fat foods that are easy to digest, like bananas, white rice, eggs and chicken. See which foods to avoid and a 7-day meal plan.

Back Pain

How to Relieve Kidney Pain: Medications & Home Remedies

Learn how to relieve kidney pain with effective treatments, including pain relievers, anti-inflammatories, antibiotics, and natural remedies like herbal teas. Discover safe, FDA-approved options and practical home measures to ease discomfort and support kidney health.

Diets

New Food Pyramid 2026: What Changed and What to Eat

The new food pyramid (2025–2030) is inverted, putting protein, full-fat dairy, healthy fats, vegetables and fruits on top. See what changed and a 7-day meal plan.

Men's Health

Sores on Penis: 14 Common Causes (& How to Treat)

Sores on the penis may be caused by friction, irritation, allergies, or infections such as genital herpes and syphilis. They can cause itching, pain, swelling, or discharge. Learn about the main causes of penile sores, how to treat, and when to see a doctor.

First Aid

Spider Bites: Symptoms & How to Treat (w/ pictures)

Spider bites usually cause a small skin wound, redness, swelling, pain, or itching. More serious bites may trigger intense pain, cramping, nausea, fever, or breathing problems. Learn how to identify a spider bite, how it should be treated, and when to see a doctor.

Diabetes

Natural Ways to Lower Blood Sugar: 14 Tea Recipes

To lower blood sugar naturally, you can prepare teas with hypoglycemic properties, like cinnamon, gorse flower, chanca piedra, bitter melon and salvia teas. Learn more about which teas lower blood sugar naturally and how to prepare them at home.

Natural Treatments

Duck Flower Detox: Does It Work? (And Why It's Dangerous)

Duck flower detox may be riskier than you think. See why it isn’t recommended, its side effects and safer ways to support natural detox.

Medicinal Plants

Chaya: 7 Health Benefits and How to Use (Including Tea & Capsules)

Chaya is a leafy green rich in antioxidants that may help control blood sugar and cholesterol. See its benefits, how to cook it, how to make tea and side effects.