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Melissa Szaro

The Best Yoga Poses To Try If You Have Chronic Migraines

You might not know this, but yoga can help alleviate migraine pain. Here are some of the best yoga poses you can do for chronic migraines.

Ruth Clark

What To Do When Experiencing Pre-Migraine Symptoms

If you've ever felt a migraine coming, you know the fear that goes with it. But knowing what pre-migraine symptoms to watch out for can stop it from worsening.

Sabika Hassan

Can Migraine Attacks Cause You To Hallucinate?

Migraines can be brought on by a variety of reasons and can lead you to feel ill. However, most are now questioning if they can actually cause hallucinations.

Sabika Hassan

How To Treat Sleep Apnea At Home

Sleep apnea is a serious condition that causes you to stop breathing while you sleep. Read on to learn some tips for managing your sleep apnea at home.

Kimberly Smith

Why Your Asthma Treatment May Be Bad For Your Brain

In most cases, there are a variety of options used to control asthma symptoms. However, one particular medication may be doing more harm than good.

Melissa Szaro

The Best Exercises For Scoliosis

You might think that those who suffer from scoliosis can't exercise. But that's not true. In fact, the right exercises can be super beneficial.

Kelsie Calderon

Allyn Rose Opens Up About Undergoing A Prophylactic Double Mastectomy - Exclusive Interview

Allyn Rose didn't make her decision lightly. The former beauty queen told Health Digest about the decision for a prophylactic double mastectomy.

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Melissa Szaro

Herpes Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Have you ever wondered what causes herpes and what are the signs you might have it? Not to worry, because we've got all that info. here, including treatments.

healthyNick

Khloe Kardashian Opens Up About The Tumor She Had Removed From Her Face

Khloe Kardashian recently had a "rare" tumor removed from her face. Read on to find out what she shared about her surgery.

Sabika Hassan

How Is Cystic Fibrosis Treated?

Cystic fibrosis is a disease that currently has no cure, but there are many treatments available for symptoms. Learn more about how this disease is treated.

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Sabika Hassan

When Is Back Surgery The Best Solution?

Back pain is a common complaint in many people, and is usually easily resolved. Learn more about when severe back pain means that surgery is the best solution.

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Roseline Akpa

Stomach Ulcers Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Feeling symptoms such as stomach pain, heartburn, nausea? You could have a stomach ulcer. Here's what you need to know about causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Joanna Marie

How To Live With And Treat Spasticity

Spasticity is a condition that affects 12 million people worldwide, and its symptoms vary based on numerous factors. Here is what you need to know.

Catherine Lovering

Wheat Allergy: Symptoms, Triggers, And Tips

Though many kids with a wheat allergy outgrow it, both kids and adults with wheat allergy need to know how to manage the condition and what to avoid.

Joanna Marie

Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis Explained

If you have mesenteric venous thrombosis, it means you have a blood clot blocking a major vein from your intestines. This is what you need to know about it.

Isabel Cohen

Is It Possible To Reverse Food Allergies?

Previously, food allergies could only be managed through certain methods. But scientists have been working to find a way to reverse allergies for good.

Sabika Hassan

How To Recognize Pre-Migraine Symptoms

Being aware of any type of pre-migraine symptom can help you identify an upcoming attack and prepare yourself or a loved one for its drastic effects.

healthyNick

Can The 'Love Hormone' Oxytocin Heal A Broken Heart?

Any damage to the heart can be fatal. Luckily, experts may have found a way to help the heart heal itself after suffering a heart attack using oxytocin.

Ruth Clark

Here's When You Should Go To The Hospital For A Crohn's Disease Flare-Up

While many people with Crohn's disease can manage their flares at home, sometimes they become severe enough to warrant a trip to the hospital.

Joanna Marie

How Is Emphysema Treated?

Emphysema is a condition that causes the lungs to lose their natural elasticity and ability to absorb oxygen. While it can't be cured, this is how it's treated.

David Oscar

Myths You Should Stop Believing About IBD

When it comes to IBD, separating fact from fiction is crucial for prevention, management, and recovery. Let's bust some popular myths about the disease.

Anne Taylor

What You Need To Know Before Getting Tested For Lyme Disease

Lyme disease is a serious infection that can have a lasting impact on your health.

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Alex Czachor

Lymphedema Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Lymphedema involves painful swelling that affects the arms and legs, and other parts of the body. Read on for causes, symptoms, and how to get treated.

Joanna Marie

What You Should Know About Ear Infections In Adults

Generally speaking, you can get an ear infection when bacteria or viruses trap fluids behind the eardrum, resulting in inflammation.

Isabel Cohen

Inside The Connection Between E. Coli And UTIs

E. coli can travel from the anus to the urethra — especially in women where the distance is a lot shorter — and cause an infection in the urinary tract.

Kimberly Smith

Bionic Pancreases May Become Game Changers For Those With Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 diabetes requires constant monitoring of your blood sugar. Read about how bionic pancreases can be a game changer for blood sugar monitoring.

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Lauren Alexander

14 Conditions That Essential Oils Can Help Manage

Essential oils are highly concentrated and can help alleviate a number of conditions. Learn how to manage your situation with a variety of essential oils.