A herniated disc is a spinal disc that has ruptured the outer shell of the disc. When this happens, the softer interior of the disc can push outward and put pressure on the tissues or nerves near the spine. In some cases, there are no symptoms or problems for the person with the ruptured or…
Heart disease and cardiovascular issues should be taken seriously. Keeping a healthy heart is vital to living a long life and feeling your best. Of course, eating a healthy diet and staying active is important to keeping your heart healthy, but there are supplements that can be beneficial to add to your regimen. Here are…
For varicose veins that are painful or are causing ulceration, surgery may be recommended to remove these veins. While there are other options for treating varicose veins, if you choose surgery, you should know what to expect before and after. Your vascular surgeon will go over the expectations with you, but before you decide to…
Discussing sexual reproduction issues with young women is important so they understand the changes that are happening with their bodies. One question that plagues many parents of teen girls is when their daughter should have her first OB/GYN visit. The problem with this question is that there is no one-size-fits all answer. Here are some…
One of the common failings in health practice today is when health practitioners start treating too quickly, without getting know their patient. Each person is more than just than just a few numbers and symptoms scratched on a chart. You can help your health by finding a doctor that cares about your whole health. Here…
With how much you use your computer these days, you don’t want anything to hinder your connection to the world. That’s why it’s important for you to know proper use and mechanics of your body while you sit at the computer each day. With the following tips you will prevent one of the most debilitating…
Since feet are our main mode of getting around, any foot pain that we experience can be a real hindrance to our lives. Plantar Fasciitis can be a common cause of foot pain. The plantar fascia is a tissue that connects your heel to your toe bones The pain comes from a swelling in that…
Having a skin irritation can ruin anyone’s day. Nobody wants to do anything or go anywhere, when they have red spots or itchiness bothering them. Rather than wasting time and money making a self diagnosis, get an appointment with your dermatologist who has been trained to distinguish differences in skin irritations. Here are just four…
It’s very rare that you see a person without any moles. Since they are so commonplace, you may be tricked into thinking that they are all harmless. Most moles are harmless, but if you happen to have one that has the potential of being cancerous, you don’t want to overlook it. Here are some key…
It is common in our culture to provide prenatal care during a woman’s pregnancy, which is appropriate as she is growing a whole new human being in her womb. But often the postpartum care gets neglected as all the focus is on the newborn baby. While the baby should get special attention, don’t forget to care…
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