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Treatment for tinea versicolor can include topical over-the-counter (OTC) anti-fungal medications and prescription anti-fungal creams and oral medications. Untreated, the condition won’t lead to serious issues. Treatment can help improve the patches of discolored skin and symptoms like itching, however. Tinea versicolor is a yeast-like fungal infection of the skin. It is also known as pityriasis versicolor. The condition is neither contagious nor dangerous, but it can be persistent, recurring, and bothersome....

The process by which your body becomes sensitive to—and allergic to—a particular substance is called sensitization. When your immune system becomes sensitized to an allergen (an otherwise harmless substance), you will likely develop symptoms of an allergy each time you are exposed to that same allergen. Allergies can include physical reactions that range from mildly uncomfortable to severely harmful. Allergens trigger an immune response in some people and not in others....

If you’ve been in close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, you’re going to need to get tested. Key Takeaways If you’re looking to get tested for COVID you have two options: a rapid antigen test or a PCR test.PCR tests are more sensitive than the antigen test. Unless you have symptoms, the antigen test is likely enough. Your vaccination status determines whether you need to get tested right away or need to wait a few days after exposure....

Daley Quinn is a beauty, health, and lifestyle journalist with extensive experience reviewing health and wellness products and services. Eczema sufferers know all too well the difficulties that wintertime can bring for their skin, including myself. I dread the winter for many reasons (little sunlight, few outdoor activities, cramped indoor spaces….I could go on), but the biggest reason for my bitterness towards the season is because of the constant, uncomfortable eczema flare-ups I get in between my fingers, on my wrists, and on my face whenever the temperature drops....

Every person experiences their period differently. Though some would agree that it’s not the most enjoyable time of the month, there are ways to help ease period cramping and discomfort. The following poses are intended for use as a restorative home practice and may help relieve menstrual cramps. Choosing to do yoga may or may not feel good to you during different points in your menstrual cycle. Be sure to listen to your body and only opt to practice when it feels best for you....

Verywell Health: How can I best manage my HIV diagnosis? This article is part of Health Divide: HIV, a destination in our Health Divide series. Dr. Shepherd: The first and most important step in getting HIV stabilized is to make sure that you have a good relationship with your healthcare provider. Today, after so much HIV research has been done, an undetectable viral load is possible. It really comes down to being consistent with your healthcare provider visits and making a commitment to taking your medication as prescribed....

Bee sting therapy, also referred to as “bee venom therapy,” is pretty much just what it sounds like—getting stung by bees in a controlled setting. More specifically, bee sting therapy is a type of “apitherapy,” a term which refers to the use of bee products to treat medical conditions. Other forms of apitherapy include the use of bee pollen, propolis (a waxy substance produced by bees), raw honey, and royal jelly....

Some people are turning to cannabis to ease menopause symptoms. What’s more, some physicians are recommending it. Key Takeaways A new survey study showed that cannabis has helped some people manage menopause symptoms like hot flashes, sleep disturbance, and low sex drive.Certain strains of cannabis were shown to help with symptoms that are similar to those experienced during menopause.Some chemicals in THC mimic anandamide, a compound produced by the body to regulate body temperature, mood, anxiety, and sleep....

In looking for a natural treatment for eczema, you may have considered using coconut oil. Eczema affects approximately 15 million people. It is a common condition that leaves the skin bumpy, scaly, discolored, and dry. There is damage to the skin barrier in eczema, making the skin sensitive to dryness and infection. There are different types of eczema, and it is not contagious. The main causes of eczema include genetics, the immune system, and environmental factors....

Convergence insufficiency is a vision and eye disorder common in children and young adults. This eye muscle disorder makes it difficult for the eyes to turn inward when looking down to read or focus. When attempting to focus on a nearby object, normal eye muscles cause the eyes to converge or turn inward. This allows us to have good fusion and binocular vision so that our eyes maintain one single image....

Editor’s note: Below you’ll find release of the COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Tracker originally published April 20, 2021. Visit the COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Tracker homepage for the latest data. Even while the Johnson & Johnson vaccine remains paused due to an investigation surrounding rare and severe side effects, COVID-19 vaccination rates are holding steady in the United States. As of April 20, over a quarter of the U.S. population is fully immunized against COVID-19, and 40% have received at least one dose....

If your doctor suspects osteosarcoma due to persistent symptoms, such as bone pain and swelling at the site of a suspected tumor, they may recommend diagnostic tests to help confirm a diagnosis. Initially, a healthcare provider may conduct a hands-on, physical exam. From there, they may implement blood and imaging tests, such as X-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). In this article, you’ll learn about these diagnostic processes and more used to diagnose osteosarcoma....

Do blind people dream? The answer is yes, although the kinds of dreams they have, and what blind people dream about, will be different based on factors like the age at which they lost their vision. For example, people who become blind later in life still dream in color and see images much the way that sighted people do. People blind since birth do not “see” in dreams, but experience dreams based on other senses....

Globally, about 690 million people suffer from malnutrition, according to World Action Against Hunger. In America, more than 1 in 10 homes are food insecure. Feeding America estimates that about 42 million individuals haven’t had enough food since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Key Takeaways Dole Packaged Foods is on a mission to improve nutrition equity and increase eco-sustainability across the globe.The company plans to improve access to high-quality nutrition for 1 billion people....

There is something particularly disturbing about being awakened by your CPAP mask during the night. When you are using something to treat your sleep apnea in order to help you to sleep better, it is especially perturbing when it causes you to wake up. With the use of a full-face mask, especially at higher pressures, you may be bothered by disturbances in the mask seal. In the morning, you may even have skin irritation and break out from the contact from the cushion....

Contrary to popular belief, not everyone needs to drink eight glasses of water a day, according to a new study published in the journal Science. Key Takeaways A new study suggests that drinking eight glasses of water per day might be unnecessary for most people.Researchers measured “water turnover”—the amount of water consumed and lost by the body—to evaluate individual water needs.Young men, people living in hot climates, and athletes typically have the highest water turnover rates....

Nephrotic syndrome is a combination of symptoms that indicate the kidneys aren’t working properly and can be seen in kidney disease. It is, therefore, a clinical diagnosis and not a disease by itself. This article explores the signs and symptoms and how it’s diagnosed and treated. Signs and Symptoms Nephrotic syndrome can be seen in a variety of conditions that lead to it. The combination of abnormalities that are grouped together under the umbrella term nephrotic syndrome include:...

While news about COVID-19 is constantly in flux, one safety recommendation has remained steady: wear a face mask. Although the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) state that any well-fitted mask will work, experts are urging the public to use higher quality masks, such as KN95s or NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)-approved N95s. Key Takeaways Experts are recommending you opt for higher quality masks, such as KN95s and NIOSH-approved N95s....

Menstruation is vaginal bleeding that occurs each month. It is also known as menses, your menstrual period, or just your period. Menstrual blood is made up of both blood and tissue that sheds each month from the lining of the uterus. It flows from the uterus through the small opening in the cervix and passes out of the body through the vagina. Most periods last from three to five days....

Hypothalamic hypogonadism—also known as hypogonadotropic hypogonadism—is a condition in which the hypothalamus or pituitary gland produces little to no gonadotropins (hormones that stimulate the production of sex hormones, estrogen, and testosterone) by the ovaries or testes. As a result, sexual development may be halted or delayed in children, and adults may have issues with fertility or experience a low sex drive (libido). Hypothalamic hypogonadism can be inherited or acquired and occurs as a result of known and unknown causes....