Health

About 1 in 3 people in the U.S. have a skin condition. Some are minor and resolve themselves with time, while others require medical treatment from a doctor.

An enema is a last-resort intervention for people experiencing constipation. The goal is to help relieve the condition and restore regular bowel activity.

It may surprise you that there are people who are blind, but adamantly refuse to accept their condition. Learn more about Anton Syndrome and how it develops.

While the first snowfall of the year has a magical energy, it also increases the odds of accidents and injuries. Here's how you can stay safein winter weather.

The skin on the eyelid is thinner and more delicate than the rest of the body's skin. But the eyelids can sometimes become flaky and dry for several reasons.

For people with lower back pain, productive sleep can be hard to come by. But what if poor sleep is what's actually causing low back pain in the first place?

With COVID, flu, and RSV infections surging, it's more crucial than ever to protect yourself. But if you're feeling sick, how do you know which virus you have?

After getting diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in the summer of 2021, Christina Applegate shared the early signs of the disease that she initially missed.

Hopping on the scale is a daily ritual for some, but for others, it happens rarely, if at all. Here's what a survey of our readers had to say.

Bang is an energy drink that not only provides a much-needed boost, but does so without any calories or the addition of sugar. Does this mean it isn't bad?

Cardiac arrest is a serious and life-threatening condition that can occur without much warning. Here's what to do if someone may be experiencing it.

A loss of smell can have a major impact on a person's life. But there may be ways to retrain your olfactory system to smell again.

Produced in the testes, testosterone is a sex hormone that plays a significant role in male development. However, it's possible to have low levels of it.

While fluid from the nipple is generally linked to women, particularly when breastfeeding, men can also experience nipple discharge for a variety of reasons.

Since there are some combinations of medicines that can't be taken together, it's crucial to know if mixing steroids and antibiotics is safe.

Asking about a surgeon's experience is vital. This involves finding out many times the surgeon has performed the specific procedure you are interested in.

Two types of macular degeneration exist: dry and wet. Here's what you need to know about the difference between the two conditions and how they're treated.

One form of general anesthesia used to relax muscles during surgery is called a paralytic. Here's everything you need to know about paralytics.

Damar Hamlin's sudden collapse during Monday's game has physicians who have been following the story pointing to a rare condition known as commotio cordis.

Used by many to help ease anxiety, promote better sleep, and relieve pain, CBD may soon be regulated by the FDA. Here's what you need to know.

We asked Health Digest readers which decongestant medicine they typically reach for when they're feeling stuffed up. Here's what they said.

Teen social media use has skyrocketed. Now, researchers want to understand how it's affecting brain development during these critical years.

Jeremy Renner's snow plow accident has left fans worried about his condition. Fortunately, recent news has been disclosed regarding his state of health.

A 2022 study found that COVID-19 can actually cause viruses to reactivate inside the body, including ones with fatigue symptoms. Here's what you need to know.

If you are experiencing any changes in your breasts or have concerns, it is important to speak with a doctor. Learn if pain can be a symptom of breast cancer.

If you need to use a urinary catheter, it's important to talk to your healthcare provider about the potential risks and follow their instructions carefully.

It's no surprise that getting sick has become a source of anxiety. But a small percentage of the population lives with a constant worry about becoming ill.