Common Causes Of Abdominal Distension
Bloating can be uncomfortable and may interfere with daily activities. In some cases, abdominal distension can indicate a more serious underlying condition.
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How To Identify An Ingrown Hair
Ingrown hairs are common and usually harmless, but they can lead to complications. People with curly hair are more likely to experience ingrown hairs. -
The Link Between Excess Weight And Type 2 Diabetes Explained
One out of every 10 people in the United States has diabetes, and most of those people have type 2 diabetes. Obesity can contribute to its development. -
Ways That Lupus Might Be Harming Your Skin
It's not uncommon for individuals with lupus to also develop skin rashes. The question is: How exactly does having lupus impact someone's skin? -
How Diabetes Can Affect Your Joints
Diabetes is commonly associated with complications such as kidney problems and heart disease. It can also impact your joints. Here's why. -
How Crohn's Disease Can Affect Your Bone Health
While Crohn's disease primarily affects the digestive system and small intestine, it turns out it can also significantly affect bone health. Here's why. -
Tips For Easing Stiff Knees At Home
There are several things that can cause stiff knees. Luckily, however, there are measures you can take at home to help with knee stiffness. -
COPD And Lung Cancer: Is There A Connection?
COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and lung cancer are two different diseases that affect the lungs, but they are closely related in several ways. -
Paula Abdul's Lupus Diagnosis Explained
Singer/choreographer Paula Abdul says she has the autoimmune disorder lupus. Here's what we know about this condition and how it has affected Abdul. -
What Is Hypoglycemia And How Can You Prevent It?
Hypoglycemia can occur for various reasons. Here's what you need to know about the condition, how to help prevent it, and when to see a doctor. -
What Are The Different Types Of Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is an eye condition that can potentially lead to vision loss. Here are the different types of glaucoma as well as how they're treated. -
What Is 'Ozempic Face' And Can It Be Treated?
While many who have taken Ozempic for weight loss are experiencing impressive results, some are reporting "Ozempic face" as a side effect of the drug. -
Why Incontinence After Pregnancy Is So Common
After having a baby, your bladder control may not be as strong as it was pre-pregnancy. Here's why postpartum incontinence is so common. -
11 Uncommon Triggers Of Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disease with no clear known cause, but there are many potential risk factors and triggers -- some of which are less common. -
How Are You Diagnosed With Crohn's Disease?
Diagnosing Crohn's disease can be a little challenging. Here's how to go about ruling out other conditions, getting a diagnosis, and pursuing treatment. -
The Negative Impact UTIs Can Have On Your Quality Of Life
A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an unpleasant and often uncomfortable infection that impacts the urinary tract. Here's how it can affect quality of life. -
How Lupus Affects Your Oral Health
In people with lupus, the body begins to attack itself. In some cases, the mouth can be affected, which presents various challenges to oral health. -
An Immunologist Debunks 5 Common Myths About Seasonal Allergies
In an interview with Health Digest, Dr. Purvi Parikh, an adult and pediatric allergist, addresses five seasonal allergy myths and the facts behind each. -
How Long Are You Contagious When You Have Bronchitis?
Characterized by a hacking cough that can linger for upwards of two weeks, many may wonder how long they may be contagious when catching the infection. -
How Many Types Of UTIs Are There?
While many people may know what a urinary tract infection (UTI) is, perhaps not everyone is aware of how many different types of UTIs there are. -
How Thyroid Dysfunction May Lead To Diabetes
If your doctor diagnoses you with a thyroid condition, you are not alone. At least 12% of Americans will develop thyroid dysfunction in their lifetime. -
Infectious Disease Expert Weighs In On Whether A Polio Epidemic Can Happen Again
After the COVID-19 and mpox outbreaks, you may have questions about other pandemics. Health Digest spoke with Dr. Park to ask if a polio epidemic could happen. -
Eli Lilly Becomes First Pharmaceutical Company To Cap Insulin Prices For Those On Private Insurance
Good news is on the horizon for those who take insulin as pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly plans to lower costs for this potentially life-saving medication. -
Infectious Disease Expert: What To Know About Drug-Resistant Stomach Bug, Shigella
In an interview with Health Digest, infectious disease expert Dr. Linda Yancey tells us what we should know about the drug-resistant stomach bug, Shigella. -
FDA Advisers Back Pfizer RSV Vaccine For Seniors Despite Key Concerns
An FDA panel recently voted in favor of Pfizer's RSV vaccine despite some concerning health issues that arose during clinical trials. -
Common Causes Of Stiff Knees After Sitting
Our knee joint is one of the joints in our body, most primed for mobility. But it is also among those most prone to stiffness. Here's what to look out for. -
Is It Safe To Undergo Chemotherapy When Pregnant?
Cancer treatments like chemotherapy may seem impossible to undergo while pregnant, but if done at the correct time, it may still be a safe treatment.
