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Andra Picincu

Does Constipation Cause Overactive Bladder?

Dealing with the symptoms of an overactive bladder can be frustrating, especially if you're also constipated. Learn if constipation causes overactive bladder.

Andra Picincu

Can Antibiotics Cause Stomach Issues?

Have you ever experienced stomach pain, diarrhea, or bloating after taking antibiotics? Then perhaps, you've come to wonder if the two were related.

Brie Schmidt

Can Ginger Help Cure Your Morning Sickness?

Dealing with the nausea and vomiting of morning sickness while pregnant can be challenging. Find out if ginger can help to cure your morning sickness.

Beth Bradford

How To Prevent Sciatica Pain When Walking

Walking is a good exercise for sciatica because it increases blood flow through the body. But what can you do to help prevent sciatica pain while walking?

Zrinka Peters

How Wearing The Wrong Size Bra Impacts You

Wearing the wrong size bra can have impacts on your body in ways you don't expect. Learn the signs of an improperly fitting bra and what to do about it.

Jeremy Brown

Is Your Sleeping Position Damaging Your Rotator Cuff?

If you're one to keep experiencing pain in your shoulder, take a moment to consider your sleeping position because the pain may be associated with it.

Joanna Marie

How Is HCM Diagnosed?

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy came to public recognition due to a rise in sudden deaths in young, healthy people. The condition is triggered by genetics.

Brie Schmidt

How Depression Can Affect Your Appetite

Around half of those who are struggling with depression experience a decrease in appetite, while one-third experience an increase.

Brie Schmidt

This Is How Often You Should Be Cleaning Your Earbuds

To give your ears the best protection against infection, many medical professionals recommend disinfecting earbuds after each use.

Anne Taylor

What Does It Feel Like When You Have A Post-COVID Headache?

COVID-19 can cause many symptoms, including a fever, coughing, and shortness of breath.

Sabika Hassan

What To Know About Liver Cancer

Aside from knowing that liver cancer affects the liver, there are other things to acknowledge about the disease, especially the different types.

Sabika Hassan

Sleep Apnea Could Be The Cause Of Your Night Sweats

Sleep apnea is a serious disorder that causes your breathing to start and stop abruptly while asleep. This is what we know about its link to night sweats.

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Ariane Lang

Soy Allergies Explained: Symptoms, Triggers, And Tricks

Let's talk soy allergies for a minute. Here, we've collected lots of great information on the foods and symptoms to watch out for. Read on for all the deets.

Joanna Marie

What Does It Mean When Your Blood Total Protein Is High?

If your results show high protein levels, there might be various causes. Find out what it might mean when your blood's total protein is high.

Sabika Hassan

Is Acupuncture An Effective Treatment For Endometriosis?

The go-to treatment for endometriosis is often painkillers or hormone pills, or in some cases, surgery. Could acupuncture be beneficial? Here's what to know.

Ruth Clark

What Happens To Your Body When You Get Your Nexplanon Removed

Nexplanon is a good choice for long-term birth control, but what happens when you get it removed? Here is what you should know about Nexplanon removal.

Niko Vercelletto

The Effect Monkeypox Has On Your Brain

Monkeypox can cause numerous symptoms you should be aware of, and recent research suggests that it may even affect the brain. Here's what to know.

Jeremy Brown

Why Exercise Is Important When You Have ADHD

Staying active on a daily basis can provide an overall healthy lifestyle for a variety of people with health conditions, including those who have ADHD.

Isabel Cohen

What Causes Gestational Diabetes?

Gestational diabetes is a serious condition that can lead to other health conditions. Therefore, many look to know the reason for the initial development.

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The Newly Released Annual Report On National Cancer Statistics Offers Some Great News

Though cancer is the second leading cause of death in the U.S., a new annual report on national cancer statistics offers positive news about cancer death rates.

Anthony Crutcher

What Is 'Metabolic Flexibility'?

Do you constantly feel hungry or feel tired when you fast? This may be due to poor metabolic flexibility. It's essential to energy -- but what does it mean?

Ruth Clark

How Does Your Diet Impact Your Fertility?

There are a variety of strategies for increasing your ability to become pregnant. One thing most overlook is something you pay attention to daily: your diet.

Anthony Crutcher

If You Experience Recurring Nightmares, Experts Suggest Trying This Therapy

We can't precisely control dreams or recurring nightmares, but they can leave us jumping up and gasping for air. Luckily, experts recommend a type of therapy.

Erin Marie

Are US Children's Hospitals Equipped To Deal With The RSV Surge?

With the recent RSV surge across the country, many are now wondering if the hospitals are prepared to keep up with the sudden increase in patients.

Joanna Marie

The 5 Best Types Of Food To Eat For Itchy Skin

Itching, also known as pruritus, is a common skin problem that can be unbearable, regardless of which part of the body is affected.

Erin Marie

Health Digest Survey: Who Do People Seek Out When They Need To Talk To Someone?

Many of us feel more comfortable talking to certain people when in need of support. So we asked Health Digest readers who they prefer to talk to most.

Brie Schmidt

What Is Post-Menstrual Syndrome?

Post-menstrual syndrome may be premenstrual syndrome's lesser-known sister condition, but for those who experience it, it's just as real and burdensome.