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Restenosis refers to a gradual re-narrowing of a coronary artery after a blockage has been treated with angioplasty and stenting. If restenosis occurs, it usually happens within 3 - 12 months of the procedure. Because restenosis causes the artery to become narrow again, symptoms of angina commonly return. Restenosis was recognized as a problem in the very earliest days of angioplasty, occurring in as many as 40 to 50 percent of people who were treated with angioplasty alone....

A skin tag (acrochordon) is a small, harmless growth that hangs from the skin’s surface by a stalk, or base. Skin tags are usually the color of your skin or slightly darker. They are painless but can become irritated from rubbing against clothing or jewelry. Skin tags may occur more often as people age. It’s estimated that about half of adults will develop one or more skin tags in their lifetime....

Research over the years has pointed to certain vitamins with anti-inflammatory compounds. These vitamins can be acquired in supplement form and by eating foods that naturally contain them. Here is a list of six vitamins that possess anti-inflammatory properties and the foods that are rich sources of them. Vitamin A Studies have found that vitamin A can keep the immune system from being overactive and causing inflammation. Vitamin A is available in two forms: Beta-carotene is a provitamin that is converted into vitamin A in the body, and vitamin A is an antioxidant that protects the body against free radicals....

The celiac trunk is a major artery that supplies blood to the stomach, spleen, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. It is the first branch of the abdominal aorta, which brings blood from the heart to the lower part of the body. The anatomy of the celiac trunk can vary from person to person. People are commonly born with anomalies or differences in the structure of the celiac trunk. Three main branches from the celiac trunk supply blood directly to the digestive organs....

There is an important overlap between memory loss and risk factors for stroke that might suggest a condition called vascular dementia. What is vascular dementia? Learn about the symptoms and treatment of this condition and how it might affect sleep among those afflicted. What Is Vascular Dementia? Dementia refers to a disorder characterized by the chronic and progressive impairment of memory, loss of reasoning, and personality changes that result from various causes....

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of arthritis, affecting nearly 27 million adults in the United States. The symptoms of osteoarthritis, such as pain and stiffness in the affected joints, can have a significant impact on your ability to complete daily tasks and your quality of life. It’s important, then, to understand the details of your OA in order to start treatment and incorporate management strategies as soon as you’re diagnosed....

Color blindness, or color vision deficiency, refers to the inability of a person to correctly distinguish certain colors. Many people mistakenly believe that to be color blind is to view the world in only black and white, but complete color blindness is rare. A color-blind person usually has problems distinguishing certain colors, mistaking them for the same color. In our eyes, there are cells known as cones that help us differentiate colors....

For an older child who really doesn’t want to wear glasses, contact lenses are a good option. However, kids typically have to wait until they are teenagers to get contact lenses. Younger children usually aren’t thought to be responsible enough to put them in, take them out, clean, and disinfect their lenses without their parents’ help. One study concluded that kids from age 8 to 11 years old are able to independently care for daily disposable contact lenses and wear them successfully....

Could you have a benzoyl peroxide allergy? Sometimes, it can be hard to tell. Benzoyl peroxide can make your skin dry and red and cause it to itch and flake. But the side effects are similar, even if you’re not allergic to it. Knowing how to differentiate between true benzoyl peroxide allergy symptoms and typical side effects can help you protect your skin and keep your acne treatment plan on track....

Soluble fiber, or fiber that is able to absorb water in the gut, can be an important part of your cholesterol-friendly diet. Because this type of fiber becomes gel-like as it moves through your digestive tract, it is able to remove cholesterol, a waxy substance, found in the intestines. While it is possible to consume too much fiber, only 5% of Americans eat the recommended amount. This article explains if it’s possible to consume too much fiber, as well as the recommended amount for a cholesterol-friendly diet....

Dermatology is a branch of medicine that focuses on treating skin, hair, and nails. You might see a dermatologist for a yearly skin cancer check, or you may see one more regularly if you have a condition such as acne or psoriasis. Read on to learn more about what dermatologists do and the training they receive, as well as when to book an appointment with one. What Do Dermatologists Do? Dermatologists are medical doctors (MDs) who treat the skin, the largest organ in your body....

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted emergency use authorization to its first COVID-19 vaccine on Friday evening. The vaccine, developed by Pfizer Inc. and the German company BioNTech, will begin distribution shortly. Key Takeaways The FDA granted emergency use authorization to the COVID-19 vaccine developed by Pfizer and BioNTech.The news comes a day after an FDA advisory committee recommended the agency authorize the vaccineData reviewed by the committee found the vaccine 95% effective....

For the first time, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is allowing retail pharmacies to offer abortion pills in stores or by mail order. Key Takeaways The FDA made a regulatory change that will allow local pharmacies and major chains to dispense abortion pills in stores or by mail.Patients will still need a prescription from a certified health provider.Pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens may have to comply with the laws in states that have banned or restricted abortion access....

A tendon is a tough yet flexible band of fibrous tissue. The tendon is the structure in your body that connects a muscle to a bone. Tendons are very organized. The body creates very tightly packed fibers of collagen in parallel arrays that are flexible but very strong. The strength of tendons is important as these tight structures are required to resist the forces of very heavy loads. The skeletal muscles in your body are responsible for moving your joints, thus enabling you to walk, jump, lift, and move in many ways....

Although a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine can help you sleep better if you have sleep apnea, there are times when the device can cause you problems. One of them is the build-up of moisture that can occur when a heated humidifier is used. This can cause the CPAP unit to make spitting sounds or the mask to fill with water. Both of these things can wake you up....

Our culture definitely values youth, and while we may do all we can to maintain an antiaging lifestyle, it’s possible our voices might give us away. Changes in the structure and tissues within the larynx (voice box) can produce changes to the aging voice, known as presbyphonia. Some of the differences you may hear involve shifts in pitch, volume, and resonance. These differences are telling of age, but is it possible to sound younger?...

If you’re experiencing vaginal dryness, check your medicine cabinet. While female dryness can be caused by things like low estrogen, menopause, or certain cancer treatments, it can also be a surprising side effect of a number of medications. Vaginal tissues have a thin layer of protective, lubricating fluid and are highly susceptible to hormones such as estrogen and testosterone, which are responsible for blood flow to the vagina. Even slight fluctuations in hormone levels (for instance, the result of taking a new medication) may affect blood flow, ultimately leading to dryness....

Swimmers’ ear, also known as acute otitis externa, is a common infection of the ear canal that occurs when water gets trapped in the ear. It causes inflammation, swelling, itching, and drainage of fluid from the ears and can be quite painful. Although swimmer’s ear usually is best managed with prescription ear drops. there are some natural remedies and prevention measures that may be worth trying with a doctor’s supervision....

In the past, the focus of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been on the menstrual cycle and a woman’s fertility. However, PCOS is a complex disorder that can impact many organ systems. If not well managed, PCOS can lead to serious long-term complications such as endometrial cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. Endometrial Cancer Women with PCOS do have a slightly higher chance of developing endometrial cancer than women who don’t have PCOS....

The rehabilitation process after total hip replacement surgery begins early in the postoperative period. Most people start physical therapy the day after their surgery while they are still in the hospital. Early therapeutic exercises help you regain and improve strength around your operative hip and can help you quickly regain normal function. Therapy also helps you learn to walk on your new hip joint. So what exercises should be done early on in the rehab process?...