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If you’ve experienced pain with drinking alcohol, what could it mean? Pain after drinking alcohol has been associated with Hodgkin lymphoma. In general, though, there are usually other reasons for the pain. Drinking too much can cause the familiar hangover and the general feeling of being unwell. It also may cause irritation or pain in the area over the stomach, esophagus, pancreas, gallbladder, and liver. There is a long list of disorders and diseases linked to excessive alcohol use....

COVID-19 can cause a range of symptoms. In some cases, it can even lead to ear-related symptoms like hearing loss, ringing in the ears, dizziness, and balance issues. Reports of these symptoms have led researchers to suspect that the virus could infect the inner ear. Key Takeaways A new study has shown how COVID-19 can infect the inner ear.Scientists say the study’s findings demonstrate why some people develop ear-related issues after having COVID-19....

What’s better than getting a good night’s sleep? Saving on the mattress that got you there. This Presidents’ Day, you can save on top mattress brands like Serta, Beautyrest, Nolah, and Tuft & Needle—including picks that we’ve tested at home and in the Verywell Lab. Nolah Buy Now: Nolah Evolution Mattress $1,599 (was $2,299); nolahmattress.com You can save big on bedding and mattresses from Nolah, which was a tester-loved favorite during our test of the best mattresses for back pain....

Music is an area of special interest for many people with autism, and music therapy is a popular intervention for children and adults with autism. Strangely though, very few music instructors have any training or experience in working with people on the autism spectrum. As a result, while children with autism are encouraged to interact with music, it can be difficult to find an instructor willing and able to actually teach them to play or sing....

The use of knee braces in sports medicine is a controversial topic. Knee braces are used for a wide variety of problems and conditions. But do knee braces help? Types There are two basic types of knee braces: Functional Knee Braces: Studies show functional knee braces can reduce pain and swelling and expedite recovery from acute injuries, including those inflicted from sports. For example, a patient who sustains an ACL tear may be offered a knee braceto wear in efforts to allow certain activities without surgery....

Your adductor muscles are the inner thigh muscles that help squeeze your legs together. Adductor tendinopathy is a chronic use injury that develops within the tendons of the adductor muscles, causing pain and breakdown of the tendons’ collagen fibers. This article will describe the causes and symptoms of adductor tendinopathy, plus how it’s diagnosed and treated. Causes Adductor tendinopathy is often caused by long-term overuse of the adductor muscles. The adductor muscles can be stressed by repetitive movements and changes in direction as a result of sports and activities like running, soccer, football, gymnastics, martial arts, and horseback riding....

Picture this: You’re the main caregiver for your loved one, and you want to provide the best care possible for them. That includes considering which medications they are receiving and whether these drugs should be continued or discontinued. Of course, these decisions are made in partnership with a physician, but after the doctor provides the rationale for their recommendations, they will probably ask you for your opinion. So, what to do?...

A subdural hematoma describes a type of bleeding that causes irritation and pressure in the brain. It is sometimes also called a subdural hemorrhage. Subdural hematomas happen in a region called the subdural space. The subdural space is the area between the surface of the brain and the dura, a layer of protective tissue located between the brain and the skull. This article looks at the symptoms, causes, and treatment of subdural hematoma....

Does just the thought of your annual gynecological exam make you cringe? You’re not alone. While many women have no qualms about visiting the gynecologist, other women often experience fear and anxiety just thinking about that annual visit. According to Marifran Mattson, an associate communications professor at Purdue University who studies health communications, “Many women suffer tremendous anxiety about their annual gynecological exam. The anxiety is preventing women from receiving the best care possible, and many women who seek care regularly are not pleased with their visits....

Tinnitus is common; as many as 30 million Americans have the condition. Of this 30 million, 20% report to be disabled by it. If you have tinnitus, you will hear a sound that is not coming from the environment. Some researchers have also described tinnitus as a “phantom auditory perception.” People with tinnitus most often describe it as ringing, buzzing, cricket sounds, humming, and whooshing—and many other descriptions have been used....

A cephalometric X-ray, which is also sometimes referred to simply as a ceph, is a diagnostic radiograph used primarily for orthodontic treatment planning. A cephalometric X-ray is taken during the orthodontic records appointment. Cephalometric X-rays are also used by otolaryngologists—doctors who specialize in the treatment of ear, nose, and throat (ENT) disorders such as sleep apnea—because these X-rays provide a view of the patient’s airways. The Process of a Cephalometric X-Ray The process of undergoing a cephalometric X-ray is pretty straightforward....

All federally qualified community health centers in the United States will now be eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccines from the federal government for local distribution. The expansion of vaccine supply to these all centers is an effort by the Biden administration to help ensure greater equity in the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. Key Takeaways All community health centers can now receive the COVID-19 vaccine from the federal government, which will help ensure equity in the vaccination program....

Water is vital to human survival. When the body loses more water than it takes in, dehydration may occur. Obvious symptoms include thirst and dry mouth or skin, but others like headache, increased heart rate, and confusion can be signs of dehydration as well. At its worst, this condition can be fatal if not addressed and treated promptly. Since water is lost through various bodily processes like sweating or urinating, dehydration is more likely to occur with increased physical activity, in warmer temperatures, or when someone is sick (e....

Protopic and Elidel are two medications used to treat eczema that are classified as calcineurin inhibitors. Calcineurin is a chemical involved in the inflammation process, so blocking that chemical reduces inflammation. The calcineurin inhibitors change some of the functions of the immune system that specifically cause the rash of eczema, but don’t suppress the whole immune system. They are chemically related to oral medication cyclosporine, which can be used to treat psoriasis....

Isometric elbow exercises are those in which you contract a muscle without visible movement to help strengthen the elbow joint. They are used in physiotherapy for the rehabilitation of people who have undergone elbow surgery or have sustained an elbow injury. They can also help maintain or improve strength and range of motion in people with chronic conditions like elbow arthritis, tennis elbow, or elbow bursitis. This article describes the different muscles that support the elbow and offers three exercises that help with elbow strengthening, flexion (bending), extension (straightening), pronation (rotation inward), and supination (rotation outward)....

Eyebrow dandruff is flaky skin that sheds from the eyebrows. There are several possible causes of eyebrow dandruff, one of the most common ones being seborrheic dermatitis. This form of eczema typically affects the scalp and other oily areas of the body. Along with eyebrow dandruff, there can be a rash, itchiness, greasy scales, or inflammation in the eyebrow area. Depending on the cause, treatment may involve over-the-counter or prescription medications....

On April 25, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) extended its approval of the COVID-19 antiviral treatment remdesivir (Veklury) to include infants and children, making it the first COVID treatment to become available for this vulnerable unvaccinated population. Key Takeaways The FDA has approved the antiviral remdesivir for the treatment of children younger than 12 who have COVID-19 and are at a high risk of severe illness.This announcement grants remdesivir full FDA approval....

Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI), also known as a sexually transmitted disease (STD). It is caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacterium. In 2020, 677,769 cases were reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), making it the second most common STI that year. It is important to understand that the number of gonorrhea infections may be higher than what was reported because many cases of gonorrhea are asymptomatic, meaning people do not know they are infected....

Hallux rigidus is a form of degenerative arthritis (osteoarthritis.) Hallux (refers to the big toe) rigidus (refers to stiffness) usually affects adults between 30 and 60 years of age, and often it is the result of a prior high school sports injury. Arthritis of the big toe is the most common site of arthritis in the foot, affecting 2.5 percent of people over the age of 50. It is the joint at the base of the big toe (metatarsophalangeal joint, or MTP joint) that is affected and the condition develops gradually over time....

Stretching plays an important role in physical health at any age. For seniors, stretching is especially crucial for alleviating stiffness in the hips while preserving range of motion. It’s also important for reducing hip pain, which is common among older adults. A consistent stretching regimen improves mobility and balance, which can help prevent the risk of fall and related injuries. Benefits of Stretching Older adults often experience limited mobility. One study on flexibility in older adults showed that in people aged 55 to 85, mobility in the hip and shoulder joint decreased by six degrees per decade....