How Your Body Temperature Changes As You Age
Even if our room or outside temperatures are normal, our body temperatures typically fluctuate throughout the day, but what is considered average?
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Why Does Touching Your Belly Button Make You Feel You Have To Go To The Bathroom?
While it might feel like you have no control over when you need to pee, it turns out that we may have more influence over it than we think. -
Don't Make These Common Mistakes During Hair Removal
Body hair is normal on all bodies, but if you do decide to remove it, there are some things you should know before starting a routine. -
What To Do If You Find Blood In Your Stool
There are several different conditions that can lead to bloody stool, and it may not be cause for alarm. Here is what you should do if you have this symptom. -
If You Have A Bad Runny Nose, This Could Be Why
Milder symptoms of COVID-19 can be very similar to those of a common cold, flu, or even an allergy, and without testing, it can be difficult to tell them apart. -
Hypothermia Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments
You may think hypothermia only happens in freezing temperatures, but the truth about this condition may surprise you. Read on for everything you should know. -
Can Acid Reflux Really Make It Harder For You To Breathe?
If you've had acid reflux, you know the symptoms that come with it are anything but fun. One symptom that many people may not expect is shortness of breath. -
Signs Your Body Is Starting To Overheat
There are plenty of ways we love to spend time in the sunshine, but as you prepare, it is important to know the signs that you could be overheating. -
Signs You Should Get A Blood Test
Our blood contains a variety of substances and serves as a biomarker for numerous health metrics. Here are the signs you should get a blood test. -
The Diagnosis That Can Mimic An Eating Disorder
When getting to the bottom of your child's weight loss, it pays to bear in mind that certain medical conditions can mimic the symptoms of an eating disorder. -
Two Easy Ways To Self-Assess Your Circulation
If there is something getting in the way of the blood passing through, like plaque in the arteries, cells don't get enough oxygen and can't function properly. -
Your Dry Eyes Could Be A Sign Of Something Else
Dry eye disease affects more than 16 million people in the US alone. However, this number may actually be higher because many cases go undiagnosed. -
Five Eye-Opening Ways To Reduce Inflammation
Inflammation can happen when we suffer an injury, come into contact with a virus, bacteria, or toxic chemical, or when we eat something that triggers it. -
Medical Problems That May Resemble Dementia Symptoms
Dementia can be frightening, but while there is no cure for dementia, the good news is that not every person who has dementia-like symptoms actually has it. -
When Should You Be Concerned About Facial Hair Growth?
Many females are born with or later develop hair on their faces, particularly on the chin, jaw, or upper lip. But when does facial hair become a concern? -
How The Brains Of Only Children Compare To Those With Siblings
Child psychologists G. Stanley Hall and E. W. Bohannon found that only children shared a number of traits, including being spoiled, bossy, and selfish. -
How To Ease Annoying Lockjaw Symptoms At Home
While a little jaw tightness might not sound too serious in the short term, if left untreated, lockjaw can wreak havoc on our oral health. -
How Acupuncture Can Help You Reset Your Internal Clock
Each organ is responsible for different bodily functions. When the balance has been compromised in a specific area, an imbalance will make itself known. -
The Different Types Of Seizures And How To Identify Them
Seizures are now classified into 3 different categories, and the different names help us understand what's going on when someone experiences one. -
How To Identify Heartburn
Heartburn is common, with over 60 million Americans suffering from at least one bout of heartburn each month, but how do you identify it? -
How Aphasia Affects Your Communication
For people diagnosed with aphasia, grappling to say the right words and striving to understand what others say can be a constant challenge. -
How To Ease Symptoms Of Thyroid Eye Disease
Thyroid disease is caused by thyroid hormone imbalance from either an overactive (hyperthyroidism) or underactive (hypothyroidism) thyroid gland. -
What Is Thyroid Eye Disease?
Thyroid hormones are released by the thyroid gland. They are responsible for maintaining body temperature and proper functions of all body organs. -
Should You Use Fluoride Or Fluoride-Free Toothpaste?
Fluoride in toothpaste is more concentrated than fluoride in water. As a result, it's more effective for protecting your mouth from bacteria and cavities. -
What You Need To Know About Permanent Retainers
How long a permanent retainer lasts varies by patient, but some can last for up to 2 decades. Here is what you need to know before going with this option. -
What To Expect When Getting A Concussion Test
If you suffer a concussion, how soon is it safe to return to day-to-day life? To help determine an answer, clinicians may utilize a concussion test. -
How Acupuncture Affects Arthritis Symptoms
For people with arthritis, acupuncture can be an effective reliever of pain symptoms. Here's what you need to know about how acupuncture helps.
