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Congestive Heart Failure: Symptoms, Treatment & Causes

Congestive heart failure is a cardiac illness in which the heart loses its ability to pump blood effectively to the body. It is associated with symptoms like shortness of breath, increased heart rate and leg swelling. Learn more about congestive heart failure treatment and what causes it.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Nutrition

Biotin for Hair Growth: Benefits & How to Take

Biotin is a B-complex vitamin that helps with the metabolism of nutrients and with the formation of keratin. It helps to make hair stronger, shinier and healthier, and can prevent hair loss and gray hairs. Learn more about ways it can be ingested, where to find it and how much to take.

Mental Health

Stockholm Syndrome: What Is It, Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Stockholm Syndrome is a psychological phenomenon that can happen in people who are living under situations of intense stress and danger. It is characterized by the development of an emotional attachment to the aggressors. Understand what Stockholm syndrome is and how to identify it.

Baby Health

Baby Fever: What It Is, Common Causes & How to Treat

A baby is considered be febrile when body temperature passes 37.5ºC or 99.5ºF. To lower a fever naturally, you should remove excess clothing, bathe them in lukewarm water and place cold towels on their forehead. Learn more about the causes of fever in babies & when to go to see a doctor.

Mental Health

Imposter Syndrome: How to Identify & Deal with It

Imposter syndrome is characterized by a group of behaviours that are normally exhibited by people who doubt their capacities and fear that they will one day be exposed for being a fraud. Learn about other behaviours associated with this psychological phenomenon.

Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar Disorder: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Bipolar disorder is a severe mental illness that causes fluctuations in mood which can range from depression and deep sadness, to extreme euphoria. Learn more about the symptoms associated with different types of bipolar disorder and use our online test.

Diseases and Conditions

8 Common Autoimmune Diseases: Symptoms & Treatment

Autoimmune diseases are conditions in which the immune system cells start to attack otherwise healthy cells in your body. Examples of autoimmune diseases include lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis. See the list below of the most common autoimmune diseases.