August 10, 2019
When should you worry about your back pain?
We’ve all experienced back pain at some point, which can range from a nagging ache to excruciating pain. How do you know if it is serious?
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June 17, 2019
Pregnancy piles? Here’s how to treat them
When you're pregnant, the volume of blood circulating around your body increases. One painful outcome can be piles.
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May 13, 2019
Home remedies for fibromyalgia
Doctors and researchers don’t fully understand what causes fibromyalgia. Although there isn’t a cure for fibromyalgia, there are ways to manage it using specific lifestyle changes, natural remedies and certain medications.
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May 13, 2019
Why are your lips dry?
We all have dry, chapped lips sometimes. But if you have them often and to the point where they are painful and bleeding, there may be a medical reason why. Finding out why your lips are dry and painful can help you choose the right treatment.
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May 13, 2019
Is your hand getting numb? Here are your treatment options
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that causes pain, numbness, weakness and tingling in the hand and arm. Early diagnosis and treatment are important. Initially, symptoms can often be relieved with wearing a wrist brace or avoiding certain activities. In most patients, however, carpal tunnel syndrome can get worse if left untreated.
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May 12, 2019
Which painkillers are best for an injury?
When you’ve been injured, it’s easy to pop a pill to ease the pain. Unfortunately, this could do more harm than good. Anti-inflammatory medications are often used to treat muscle aches and pains. It’s important to know when and how to use anti-inflammatories and when to use alternative methods.
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May 12, 2019
Why are my eyelids twitching?
Ever noticed how your eyelid twitches sometimes? Don’t worry, it’s very common. An eyelid twitch, also known as myokymia, is a repetitive involuntary spasm in the eyelid muscles. The twitch usually occurs in your upper lid, but it can also happen in the lower lids.
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May 12, 2019
Could your swelling be from lymphedema?
Lymphedema is a long-term condition where excess fluids in your tissues cause swelling in your arms and legs. It develops when your lymphatic system doesn’t work properly, and this can be due to several causes – some quite serious.
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April 8, 2019
What to do when a pain in the butt is a pain in the butt
You’ve been spasming, having difficulty passing a poop, or have even seen streaks of blood after a stool. Don’t panic. Anal pain, or proctalgia, is not often a sign of any major problem, but might sometimes need medical attention.
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April 8, 2019
Why do women get cold more easily than men?
There’s a reason why men are always draping their coats over women’s shoulders in movies, and often in real life. And no, it’s not (just) in the name of romance. Turns out that on average, women are more sensitive to the cold than men are.
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