Bleeding between menstrual periods is a good reason to speak with your doctor. However, if you are on hormonal birth control, this is how long it might last.

For some people, walking is their main exercise. Since it's seen as a low-impact activity, a rest day might seem unnecessary. But is this true?

There are two different types of appendicitis - chronic and acute. Here is the difference between the two as well as how they are diagnosed and treated.

Considering so many people make supplements a part of their regular diet, they must be a vital part of supporting your health - or are they?

Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, impacts hormones, ovulation, and menstrual cycles. It also may create insulin resistance. Here's why.

While itchy feet can be annoying, it's usually nothing to be alarmed about. If you're curious about why you experience itchy feet at night, keep reading.

In order to protect teeth from damage, people often wear a protective device colloquially referred to as a mouth guard, but there are different types.

Many of us struggle to get out of bed on Monday mornings due to the fact that our sleep schedule gets thrown off on the weekends. Here's how napping might help.

Certain types of bacteria can also cause skin infections and other diseases like cellulitis. Here's what you need to look out for and when to call a doctor.

While alopecia is an autoimmune disorder, traction alopecia occurs when hair has been repeatedly pulled in the same way for an extended time. Here's what to do.

Instead of shaving or waxing, some people opt for laser hair removal, which is more expensive but also more permanent. But can it be done on your face?

You might have the perfect bike shorts and top for a hot spin class, but a hot yoga class could mean a few changes in your gear. Here's what you need to know.

If you decide to go off Ozempic, any harmful side effects will probably go away, but other things can happen to your body. Here's what to know.

As we age, some people begin to notice extra hair in the ears. While the desire to be rid of these unsightly hairs is understandable, is it safe to wax them?

Increased lower belly fat may cause the appearance of a prominent bulge, commonly referred to as FUPA (fat upper pubic area). Here's how to get rid of it.

Since depression can be linked to chronic disease, which is linked to inflammation, researchers are interested in a link between inflammation and depression.

Since COVID is linked to heart attack and stroke, you may wonder if receiving the vaccine reduces risk. A new study provides some insight into this question.

While sore breasts are rarely a sign of breast cancer, they may indicate other things. Here are some possible causes of breast pain and how to treat them.

In some cases, people can have excessive amounts of cortisol in their bodies. On the other hand, some can also experience signs of low cortisol levels.

One of the less talked about side effects of chemotherapy is its potential impact on the nails. Here's what to know about these changes, and how to manage them.

Nowadays, TikTokers are interested in lightening their underarms with the lemon hack. However, it's crucial to be aware of the risks that come with the trend.

Burning more calories than you eat has long been standard weight-loss advice, but the truth isn't so simple. Learn more here.

Once you start smoking cigarettes, it's hard to stop. However, many smokers trying to quit use a nicotine patch, colloquially known as the patch.

As an autoimmune disease, lupus can affect different organs, including the kidneys, lungs, and brain. This is how it can also affect your heart.

Expectant moms who are looking to keep tabs on their baby's growth and well-being may decide to use an at-home fetal Doppler. But how safe are there?

Anemia is a medical condition that occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout the body. But is it genetic?

Depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder may sound very different, but that doesn't mean that there isn't significant overlap between the two.