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Marica Laing

Varicose Veins: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Varicose veins are fairly common, and while mostly harmless, they can be unsightly and lead to discomfort and complications. Here's what you should know.

Sabika Hassan

Reasons Why There Is A Burning Sensation In Your Lungs

About 37 million Americans have some type of lung disease. What does it mean if there is a burning sensation in your lungs? When is it a symptom of?

Mona Bapat

Myths You Should Stop Believing About Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are common and among the most deadly mental health conditions, but they're often misunderstood. Here are the myths you should stop believing.

Lisabeth Fauble

Does CBD Oil Ease Carpal Tunnel Pain?

It may not be easy to find relief from pain if it's aggravated by your work. Cannabidiol (CBD) oil can also relieve pain, but does it ease carpal tunnel pain?

Jeremy Brown

Arthritis Versus Sciatica: What's The Difference?

Arthritis and sciatica can both cause discomfort and serious pain. Learn more about the similarities and differences between the two conditions.

Erin Marie

Why It's Essential To Treat Chronic Pain In Your 40s Right Away

Pain becomes more common as we enter our 40s and new research indicates that it's important to treat chronic pain then rather than waiting. Here's why.

Lisabeth Fauble

How A Happy Marriage Can Help Your Heart Recover After An Attack

According to a new study, being in a happy marriage may help you recover more easily after a heart attack. Here's why marital happiness is so important.

Kimberly Smith

The Unexpected Area People Experience The Most Pain - Exclusive Survey

Pain can occur in different parts of the body. Health Digest wanted to know the most common type of pain our readers experienced. The answers are unexpected.

A. Sooter

Can A Mouthguard Prevent Sleep Apnea?

While the gold-standard treatment for sleep apnea is a CPAP machine, there are other options like mouthguards available. But do they work?

Beth Bradford

Early-Onset Dementia Explained

Early-onset dementia and its most common form, Alzheimer's, are on the rise. This is what these conditions are, how they are diagnosed and how they are treated.

Brynna Standen

The Unexpected Reason You May Develop Celiac Disease

While celiac disease often occurs in people genetically predisposed to it, a study has found a connection between childhood eating habits and celiac diagnosis.

Erin Marie

How To Treat A Blocked Tear Duct

Our tear system is regularly making tears to maintain the balance of moisture in the eye. When the glands can't drain this fluid, a blocked tear duct occurs.

Donna Pudelwitts

Symptoms Of Scoliosis You Shouldn't Ignore

Here are some of the symptoms of scoliosis you definitely should not ignore.

Woman receiving Botox injection between her eyebrows

Heather Collins

Unexpected Conditions That Can Be Treated With Botox

Though Botox is mostly commonly used as an anti-aging treatment, it can also be used to help a number of other conditions. Some may surprise you.

Erin Marie

Can Scented Candles Cause Sinus Problems?

You absolutely love your scented candles for relaxation, but could they be causing your sinus issues? Learn whether scented candles can cause sinus problems

Jennifer Co

How HIV Affects Different Parts Of Your Body

HIV disease can have a significant impact on many parts and systems in the body, especially if the infection goes untreated. Here's everything you need to know.

Erin Marie

When We'll Know If This Year's Flu Vaccine Misses The Mark

Over 128 million flu vaccines have already been administered across the U.S. But it may take time for experts to determine their efficacy.

Beth Bradford

Julie Powell's Cause Of Death Explained

The American author and best-known food blogger, Julie Powell, died recently. Now looking into her cause of death, there are ways to reduce the condition.

Joanna Marie

What Is Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease?

Many people with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease are initially asymptomatic, which makes diagnosing the condition tricky. Here's what you need to know.

Anthony Crutcher

Can You Get Lice On Your Eyelashes?

Lice attach to hair anywhere on the body and then travel to the skin to bite and feed. But can lice also be found in other areas, like eyelashes?

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Dairy Allergens Found In Chick-Fil-A Menu Items

Many people are affected by dairy and food allergies. Though the brand takes care to label allergens, some surprising Chick-fil-A menu items contained dairy.

Adeline Jasinski

Adult-Onset Asthma Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

We're taking a look at adult-onset asthma to give you all the information you need. Read on for causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Claritin Or Zyrtec? Health Digest Survey Finds People's Preferred Allergy Medication

When it comes to allergies, everyone has their favorite brand of medication for their symptoms. Learn which over-the-counter brand is preferred by our readers.

Niko Vercelletto

How New CAR T-Cell Therapy Can Help Kids Who Have Advanced Leukemia

When using CAR T-cell therapy, the main problem is time. However, this new approach to CAR T-cell therapy may help buy more time for kids with leukemia.

Anthony Crutcher

Can New Chemotherapy Methods Reduce The Need For Breast Cancer Surgery?

In breast cancer treatment, surgery is often the primary option. Learn about a study suggesting that newer chemotherapy methods may reduce the need for surgery.

Joanna Marie

The Four Types Of Sciatica Explained

Even though sciatica is common, there are different types, each coming with various causes and risk factors. These are the different types of sciatica.

Jenna Demmer

How Often Should You Be Checking Your Blood Pressure?

High blood pressure is called "the silent killer" because it typically has no symptoms. Here is how often you should be checking your blood pressure.