Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix. It’s a medical emergency that almost always requires surgery as soon as possible to remove the appendix. Luckily, you can live just fine without it. Where Is Your Appendix? This 3 1/2-inch-long tube of tissue extends from your large intestine on the lower right side of your body. People will get appendicitis at […]

What causes eczema? We don’t know what exactly causes eczema. However, for most types of eczema, researchers believe a combination of genes and triggers are involved. People with eczema tend to have an over-reactive immune system that when triggered by a substance outside or inside the body, responds by producing inflammation. It is this inflammation

You’re sitting at home, enjoying a new book when the left side of your face begins to droop. You attempt to smile or move your facial muscles, but the left side of your face is paralyzed. Since you know the warning signs of stroke, you wonder if what you’re experiencing is the start of one.  Bell’s

Headaches can be a real pain. Almost everybody gets them at some point, making them one of the most common health complaints. While all headaches are associated with pain or discomfort in the head or face, there are more than 100 different kinds, with varying symptoms and intensity. Some will require medical attention, and others

Most people appreciate an extra boost of energy. Below are some simple reminders, which can provide ongoing energy. 1. Remember to breathe Breathing exercises are known to reduce stress, muscular tension, and promote oxygen delivery throughout the body. A reduction in stress almost always goes hand in hand with improved energy and vitality. Breathing exercises

Hemorrhoids are usually caused by increased pressure due to pregnancy, being overweight, or straining during bowel movements. By midlife, hemorrhoids often become an ongoing complaint. By age 50, about half the population has experienced one or more of the classic symptoms, which include rectal pain, itching, bleeding, and possibly prolapse (hemorrhoids that protrude through the

Fatigue is more than just tiredness. Fatigue can make it hard to get out of bed in the morning and prevent a person from fulfilling their daily tasks. Physical and mental fatigue are different, but they often occur together. Repeated physical exhaustion can lead to mental fatigue over time. Poor sleep, particularly when it occurs

Urinary tract infections are caused by microbes such as bacteria overcoming the body’s defenses in the urinary tract. They can affect the kidneys, bladder, and the tubes that run between them. They are one of the most common types of infection every year. The urinary tract can be divided into the upper urinary tract and