Recent statistics show that over 70 million Americans suffer from digestive issues. One of the most common? Ulcerative colitis. Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes chronic inflammation and sores to form along the inside lining of the colon. Symptoms of ulcerative colitis happen gradually over time, and may have severe consequences …
According to the National Institute of Health, massage is one of the most efficient and easiest treatments for muscle spasms. However, finding other treatments for muscle spasms isn’t always that easy. There are countless causes for muscle spasms and each one has a unique set of treatments. Massages may work for certain muscle spasms and …
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What do approximately 48% of people in the United States have in common? According to the CDC, herpes simplex 1 (HSV-1), otherwise known as the virus that causes cold sores. What are cold sores? There are two primary forms of the herpes virus: herpes simplex 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex 2 (HSV-2). HSV-1 most commonly …
Approximately 60 percent of people who have been diagnosed with diabetes suffer from diabetic neuropathy. Generally, when people think about diabetic neuropathy, they think of tingles or pain in the fingers and toes. There is much more to the condition than that, though. What are the signs of diabetic neuropathy? Now, there are a few …
Anxiety disorders are incredibly common. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 5.7% of adults in the United States will experience Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) at some point in their lives. Knowing how to handle this type of anxiety is a key part of getting a handle on this condition. What Should …
Everyone experiences gas throughout their lives. While most often not serious, it can be annoying and oftentimes downright embarrassing. Thankfully, this condition is easy to treat at home. What Treats Gas? Treating gas is all about treating the root cause of the problem. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most common remedies… …
Every year, the flu season creates one of the biggest outbreaks of illness in the world. The CDC estimates that more than 35 million people were infected with influenza in the 2018-2019 flu season. That means that the flu represents one of the most serious recurring health problems around the world. Thankfully, most people can …
Since the diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder was created, there have been an estimated 6.1 million children diagnosed with this condition. ADHD is characterized by abnormally high levels of hyperactive and impulsive behaviors. Specifically, individuals with this condition have difficulty focussing their attention on a single task for long periods of time. While typically …
The thought of getting hemorrhoids might be a little revolting to some. But don’t freak out; it won’t be the end of the world. Hemorrhoids are pretty easy to treat, depending on their severity, and there are a few easy DIY home remedies to help relieve it. How common are hemorrhoids? Roughly 1 out of …
There were 19.2 million American adults diagnosed with hay fever in 2018. Also known as allergic rhinitis, this condition is as common as allergies because that’s what hay fever is. Essentially, you can think of this medical condition as an intense allergic reaction. This condition can often mimic many symptoms of a fever, hence the …