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What does it mean to say that an autistic person has an auditory processing disorder? As defined by the National Institutes of Health, an auditory processing disorder is when something affects the processing or interpretation of information from the sound. Autistic people with auditory processing disorders can hear, but they have difficulty making sense out of—or perceiving—what they hear. For example, they may have a hard time understanding if there is background noise, or they may miss words....

You would think that a poison ivy rash would be as easy to treat as it is to recognize. Unfortunately, it isn’t that easy. Choosing the type of steroid to use, as well as the dose to give, is very important in ensuring that your child’s poison ivy goes away as quickly as possible. Common Treatment Mistakes Common mistakes that are often made in treating poison ivy include: Mistaking poison ivy for some other rash, such as impetigo, chickenpox, or chiggers Using an over-the-counter-strength topical steroid, which usually isn’t strong enough for anything but the mildest cases of poison ivy Using a prescription-strength topical steroid cream or ointment when a child has moderate or severe poison ivy and really needs an oral steroid for symptom relief Taking an oral steroid at too small a dose or for too short a time (such as a prepackaged steroid dose pack); this may help relieve symptoms at first, but they may flare up again after a few days....

Finger fractures come in many shapes and sizes. Most finger fractures have simple treatments, while others may require surgical treatment. What is most important is that finger fractures are appropriately diagnosed so the best treatment plan can be initiated. Our fingers are capable of very fine, coordinated motions, and disruption of this motion can have tremendous impacts on very normal activities such as eating, typing, or tying your shoes. Because of the importance of our fingers, all finger fractures should be evaluated by a doctor to determine appropriate treatment....

Clomiphene citrate is a nonsteroidal oral medication that stimulates ovulation in women and is used to treat some types of infertility. Although Clomid—a brand name of clomiphene—has been discontinued in the United States, the generic version is still available. Purpose Clomiphene is primarily used as a fertility medication for women who have medical conditions that may prevent ovulation from occurring naturally. Clomid Discontinued The brand name Clomid has been discontinued in the United States....

The AGA-IgG blood test is one of a panel of five celiac disease blood tests used to screen for and diagnose celiac disease. It’s also been used to help identify non-celiac gluten sensitivity, although medical research shows it isn’t particularly accurate for that purpose. AGA stands for antigliadin antibodies, which are specific antibodies produced by the body in response to contact with gliadin, a part of the gluten molecule. IgG stands for immunoglobulin G, which are general-purpose antibody molecules....

Degenerate neutrophils can be detected in certain blood tests. Neutrophils are the most common type of white blood cell. As with all white blood cells, neutrophils degenerate (break down) as the body makes new ones. It is normal to have some degenerate neutrophils circulating in the blood. However, an excess of these cells can be an indication of disease. This article will discuss what a finding of degenerate neutrophils on a blood test may mean, what can cause these blood cells, and what further action your healthcare provider may take....

Exercise can lead to a runny nose or other symptoms of rhinitis. Rhinitis is a common medical condition that may cause sneezing, a runny nose (rhinorrhea), nasal congestion, or an itchy nose. The most common form of rhinitis is allergic rhinitis. It may be triggered by things in your environment, like pollen or dust mites. A high percentage of people with allergic rhinitis also have allergic conjunctivitis (watery eyes that are usually also red and itchy)....

Cuando Gloria Arvizu era una niña pequeña creciendo en el sur de Arizona, recuerda a su madre usando ruda—una hierba aromática y medicinal—para aliviar su dolor de oído ocasional. A los 72 años, Arvizu aún cree en el poder curativo de las plantas medicinales que su madre y abuela usaban durante sus vidas. En su botánica local, frecuentemente encuentra algo que pueda aliviar alguna cortada menor o una infección dental. “Tengo mucha fe en las hierbas,” le cuenta a Verywell....

Cuba on Monday became the first country to administer COVID-19 shots to children as young as two years old. Key Takeaways Cuba is inoculating children as young as 2 against COVID-19 with a homegrown vaccine that is not recognized by the World Health Organization.The need to reopen its economy and schools may have pushed the Cuban government to ramp up its vaccination campaign.A health expert says the decision is dicey and encourages U....

In a litigious society, there can be a reluctance to help out in emergency situations. Fear of liability for any misstep can paralyze even the most helpful good Samaritan. In the United States, each state has laws or regulations to protect off-duty medically-trained personnel and the general public from liability during rescues or rescue attempts. Specifics about your state should be discussed with a legal expert or attorney from your area....

It’s only natural to assume that, along with controlling your risk for heart attack, diabetes, stroke and other degenerative diseases, losing weight can help you get rid of back pain. Experts agree that losing weight successfully may result in partial or complete back pain relief. Dr. Andre Panagos, physiatrist and director of Spine and Sports Medicine in New York notes, “every single patient in my clinic who loses a significant amount of weight finds their pain to be vastly improved....

Uterine fibroids can be a cause of women’s pelvic pain. Uterine fibroids are abnormal tissue masses that grow in or on the wall of the uterus. While they are tumors of the muscle tissue, they are almost always benign, with less than one in 1,000 being cancerous. Having fibroids doesn’t increase your risk of developing a cancerous fibroid or getting another form of cancer of the uterus. They are very common....

As dementia develops and progresses, people often begin to have difficulty with their daily hygiene. For some, that difficulty may be one of the earlier signs of dementia. For example, you might notice that lately your Aunt Sally is looking unkempt. Her hair isn’t styled as well as it usually is, and her makeup, which normally is tastefully done, is either non-existent or overdone. Hygiene and Grooming Challenges Bathing: Some people with dementia refuse to bathe regularly as Alzheimer’s or another dementia progresses into the middle stages....

People often toss expired or unused medications in the trash or drain or flush them down the toilet. Some components of these drugs end up in our lakes, streams, and water supplies. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, “The improper disposal of unused medications by flushing them or pouring them down the drain may be harmful to fish, wildlife, and their habitats.” Throwing medications in the garbage also may be dangerous and lead to tragic accidents, as they can end up in the mouths of children or household pets....

Symptoms of synovial sarcoma often develop slowly. Synovial sarcoma is typically present for two years before a diagnosis is made. Strong indicators of synovial sarcoma can include a lump or swelling, pain, and decreased range of motion. Moreover, synovial sarcoma can also cause symptoms that frequently occur with other types of illness, including vomiting, sudden weight loss, or a loss of appetite. If synovial sarcoma spreads, it can result in symptoms such as seizures and dizziness....

A medical panel recommended that people who are overweight should be screened for prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes starting at age 35, five years earlier than previous advisory. Key Takeaways The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force now recommends screening for prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes at age 35, five years earlier than the previous recommendation.Screening at a younger age can help individuals get earlier medical treatment or preventative care.Certain lifestyle changes, like becoming more physically active and eating a healthier diet, can decrease chances of developing diabetes....

The acronym cART stands for “combination antiretroviral therapy.” It refers to the combinations of drugs that are used to keep HIV infections under control. While combination HIV therapies have historically been referred to as HAART (highly active antiretroviral therapy), the terminology has evolved to where many people simply described it as cART or ART (antiretroviral therapy). As confusing as these changes may seem, they are about more than just semantics....

Animals can get infected with COVID-19 through close contact, too. But the risk of animals spreading COVID-19 to humans is low and it’s extremely rare for pets to get seriously ill from the virus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Key Takeaways Humans can spread COVID-19 to pets and animals including cats, dogs, and deer. Experts say if more animals continue to get the virus, it can prolong the pandemic....

On Sunday, November 6, most states turn back the clocks and put daylight saving time to rest for the year, returning to standard time. Falling back an hour on the first Sunday in November and springing forward an hour on the second Sunday in March has been a mindless routine that many of us have abided by our entire lives, but a new survey shows many Americans are in favor of eliminating daylight saving time....

The Affordable Care Act changed the laws around hospital readmission policies and, therefore how you are discharged after a hospital visit. Before these laws were enacted, a typical hospital visit might have gone like this: Today is the day for your scheduled surgery. You arrive at the hospital at the appointed hour, take care of all the processing and paperwork, get settled in your room, are wheeled to your surgery, come to a few hours later, and the nurse says, “as soon as you have a bowel movement, we are sending you home....