Breast size, shape and position are different for every woman, and can change throughout your life. You may start your teens and twenties with a size and shape you are comfortable with, but have changes due to pregnancy, nursing or weight fluctuations. Some women are unhappy with their breasts from the beginning, wanting smaller, larger…
Plastic surgery is becoming more popular for men. Once considered mostly a female procedure, cosmetic surgery for men is becoming increasingly popular. Many men are electing to have cosmetic surgery to enhance their appearance. According to a study released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, here were the top 5 cosmetic surgeries performed on…
When you twist an ankle, or fall wrong on your knee, the injury can be a strain or a sprain, depending on the tissues involved. While the two can appear similar or interchanged in certain injuries, they are different. Both require care and may require medical attention like physical therapy to speed recovery. However, the…
If you are an adult, you may wonder why you still are dealing with acne breakouts. While teen acne is more common, many people still have acne in their twenties and beyond. Some people are more prone to acne breakouts due to a few different factors. Knowing what contributes to adult acne can help you…
One of the biggest dangers for seniors is a bone fracture from a fall. Not only are seniors more likely to fall, they have the highest risk factors for fractures. Balance issues, mobility factors and low bone density are a combined threat for seniors when it comes to sustaining fractures. Per the Center for Disease…
Cardiomyopathy is a serious heart condition that can affect how efficiently the heart pumps the blood in your body. This disease of the heart muscle can be caused by damage from a cardio episode like a heart attack or may be due to illness, a blockage or other factors. Understanding the symptoms associated with this…
Advancements have improved many medical procedures, including those in the cosmetic surgical field. One area that has drastically improved is facelifts. Years ago, facelifts often gave patients a tight, stretched look to their facial skin. Also, the recovery time and scarring was more pronounced. Now, many facial plastic surgeons can perform facelifts that look natural,…
One of the most dangerous health risks is often the most passive in its symptom. Hypertension or high blood pressure is often called “the silent killer” since it can be present without any outward symptoms. However silent, hypertension is certainly deadly, being a lead factor in stroke, heart attacks, congestive heart failure and many other…
Every year, over 200,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in the U.S., with an estimated 40,000 deaths per year from the disease. This is a frightening disease that is the 2nd highest cause of cancer deaths in women. Any diagnosis of breast cancer is serious, but there are different stages of this deadly disease.…
Whether you are working long hours on a project for work or have too much on your plate at home, stress can begin to take a negative toll on your health. Not only are there emotional symptoms such as anxiety and feeling overwhelmed, your body can reflect the stress you feel through a variety of…
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