Hemorrhoids: A Pain In The Butt
Hemorrhoids aren't anyone's favorite topic. Since most people deal with them over the course of their lifetime, knowing about them is definitely worth it. Today, we'll deal with their causes, symptoms, and treatment.
Diet and Digestion: 5 Foods that Cause Frequent Bowel Movements
The foods we eat play a big role in our bowel health. Eat too little of certain foods and you will deal with constipation, diverticulosis or even bowel cancer. If you eat too much of them, though, you may find yourself making frequent trips to the toilet.
Alcohol Intolerance After Gallbladder Removal: What Do Patients Need To Know?
A number of patients who underwent gallbladder removal surgery have reported alcohol intolerance. We explpre if there is an underlying reason for this phenomenon, or if it is something that varies from one patient to another.
Winter Hacks For Your Skin: How To Prevent And Manage Dry Skin And Skin Rashes During The Colder Months
Dry skin in winter is so common that it even has a medical name — winter xerosis. What can you do to prevent and fight this nasty phenomenon?
MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus): Symptoms and treatment
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA, is a bacterium that causes infections in different parts of the body. It is tougher to treat than most strains of staphylococcus aureus, or staphylococcus in general.
12 Diseases And Health Conditions That Mimic Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is a common subtype of arthritis. Several symptoms and clinical manifestations of rheumatoid arthritis are also common in other diseases, often leading to misdiagnosis. This article outline 12 diseases that mimic rheumatoid arthritis.
What’s That Taste In Your Mouth? Buttery, Bitter, Salty, And Metallic Tastes And Their Causes
The bad taste we have in our mouths are very often caused by foods we didn't like, but they can also, sometimes, have an underlying medical cause — especially if you can't trace the taste back to something you have eaten.
How To Treat Catathrenia, A Sleep Disorder That Leads To Groaning During Sleep
Most people with this rare parasomnia find out that they groan during their sleep because someone else tells them, but how is catathrenia treated, and what do we know about its cause?
What Causes Clear Mucus In Your Stool, And Should You Be Worried?
Mucus in your stools is something that happens every time you go to the bathroom, but if you notice that the amount is starting to increase, you may be dealing with something much more concerning that should be addressed immediately.
Hyperkalemia: What You Need To Know About High Potassium
Hyperkalemia, elevated potassium, needs to be taken seriously because it can lead to life-threatening conditions. However, if your doctor tells you your potassium readings are high, it may also be due to a false reading.