Painful urination with burning, also known as dysuria, is not something to ignore. This type of pain is often most intense immediately after you stop urinating. It is often felt internally in the urethra (the tube that carries urine out of your body) and sometimes in the area surrounding the genitals. Common Causes of Dysuria Painful urination is often accompanied by a burning sensation, and it is a common symptom of urinary tract infection (UTI)....
Mammograms are the gold standard for detecting breast cancer, but recent research suggests other screenings could one day simultaneously detect breast and other types of cancers. Key Takeaways Recent studies showed that the patterns of genetic changes in cervical cells could predict hormonally sensitive cancers such as ovarian and breast cancer.Future screenings may rely on one test, like a pap smear, to detect multiple cancers and could estimate a person’s risk for breast cancer....
There are a number of rare manifestations of migraines, and persistent migraine aura without infarction (PMA) is one of them. In a persistent aura without infarction, your aura doesn’t go away, even after the onset of the migraine headache. The most important feature of persistent migraine aura without infarction is the migraine aura itself. An aura is a reversible neurological disturbance that may precede or accompany a migraine headache. Typical auras last between five and 60 minutes, but in PMA, your aura can persist for a week or more....
A pulled hamstring, also called a hamstring strain, is a tear of the hamstring muscle fibers. The hamstring muscles are a group of large, powerful muscles that span the back of the thigh, from the lower pelvis to the back of the shin bone. The hamstring muscles extend the hip joint and bend the knee joint. These muscles are used in many athletic activities, as well as in normal daily activities....
A recent study from researchers at the University of Cincinnati has linked maternal stress to a higher number of placental mitochondrial mutations that can increase the risk for complex disorders for their children later in life. Key Takeaways Research has linked maternal stress to asthma, obesity, ADHD, and autism in children.Glucocorticoids that are secreted in a chronic stress response can mutate mitochondrial DNA and cause negative health outcomes.Evidence-based interventions and screenings have been developed to help minimize the effects of chronic stress....
Preventing vision loss just got a lot safer. A dietary supplement that contains lutein and zeaxanthin is both more effective at slowing the advance of age-related macular degeneration and safer than a supplement that contains beta-carotene, according to new research. Key Takeaways A dietary supplement that contains lutein and zeaxanthin, along with vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, and copper, can slow down the progress of age-related macular degeneration better than similar supplements that contain beta-carotene instead....
Toenail pain may seem like a minor concern, but in some cases, it can dramatically impact your ability to go about your day. While this type of pain may develop quickly after an injury, or trauma, it can also come on more gradually if an ingrown nail or an infection is to blame. This article will outline the most common causes of toenail pain, the symptoms that frequently accompany it, and the treatments that can help alleviate it....
Do you ever begin sweating and feeling like you are going to pass out while pooping, or do you feel like you will pass out at the sight of blood? It’s possible that your vagus nerve is causing this sensation and triggering your body’s vasovagal reflex, or vasovagal response. Straining during a bowel movement and the sight of blood are common triggers. So are stress and standing for a long time....
While most asthma specialists do not usually find a chest X-ray helpful in diagnosing asthma, they may suggest the screening method in order to determine if other conditions are present in the lungs, heart, or chest. What Is a Chest X-Ray? An X-ray is a type of screening test that takes a photographic or digital image of the structures inside the body. It is a painless and fairly quick screening that passes X-ray beams (a small dose of radiation) through the body to be absorbed to different degrees by different materials....
Pierre Robin sequence (or syndrome) is a congenital condition that results in a combination of the following features which are present at the time of birth: a very small underdeveloped lower jaw (this is called micrognathia) cleft palate with the distinct absence of cleft lip, usually horseshoe or U-shaped a high arched palate a tongue that is placed very far back in the throat and can obstruct the airway causing difficulty breathing (glossoptosis) in about 10-15 percent of cases macroglossia (unusually large tongue), or ankyloglossia (tongue tie) may be present teeth present at the time of birth and dental malformations frequent ear infections temporary hearing loss from cleft palate causing fluid to collect in the ears nasal deformities (rare) These abnormalities at the time of birth frequently lead to speech problems in children with Pierre Robin sequence....
Four percent of Americans have food allergies. Yet, research shows that as many as 20 percent of people claim to have a food allergy. Therefore, a lot of people are telling people they have a food allergy when they don’t actually have such an allergy. Why would people do that? Generally speaking, most people aren’t out-and-out lying maliciously when they say (erroneously) that they have a food allergy. They might instead have a food sensitivity, which involves a different set of symptoms....
Fermented foods have long been a staple in many traditional diets, but are now enjoying an increase in popularity. Why? Because eating fermented foods could be a wonderful way to naturally enhance the health of your digestive and immune systems. Fermented foods are filled with probiotics, and there is a growing awareness of the benefits of these “friendly” bacteria in maintaining optimal health. They may sound too exotic for you, but don’t be put off....
There are so many factors that go into your overall heart health, including your diet and level of exercise. But new research has found your bedtime could be just as important. Key Takeaways New research finds that your bedtime may affect your heart health. The researchers found that the rate of heart disease was highest in people who went to bed at midnight or late.Experts say you should at least get six hours of sleep each night....
Albuminuria, also called proteinuria, is a condition in which albumin—a type of protein found in blood plasma—leaches into the urine. Although very small amounts of protein in urine can be normal, high levels of albumin is one of several indicators of chronic kidney disease (CKD), a common complication of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Because albuminuria doesn’t cause noticeable symptoms, people at risk of kidney disease are typically advised to be tested regularly for protein in their urine in order to detect the condition....
Testosterone replacement can be dangerous for people who have prostate cancer. When it is used, it has to be used with caution. It can increase the risk of prostate cancer recurrence for some people who are at high risk. Testosterone replacement is considered safe for people who are at low risk for a recurrence and who have had adequate therapy and are considered to be in remission. Testosterone Laboratory Blood Testing Blood tests are a factor that is used to determine whether testosterone replacement is needed....
Dairy Queen offers a comprehensive guide to allergens in its foods, which makes it easier for those with food allergies to see what we might be able to enjoy there. Be aware that—as with any fast food restaurant—the risk of cross-contamination can be significant no matter what you order. Talk to a manager or a supervisor before ordering at Dairy Queen (or anywhere, for that matter). You also always should check current ingredients lists, since the ingredients used can change at any time....
The term “widow’s weeds” refers to the black clothing worn (principally) by female widows during the Victorian era, which dictated a strict “etiquette of mourning” that governed both their behavior and their appearance following the deaths of their husbands. Widow’s weeds consist of a heavy, black dress that conceals the female figure, as well as a black “weeping veil” worn over the head and face when venturing outdoors. Indoors, women would wear a “widow’s cap....
An enlarged heart, also known as cardiomegaly, is a condition that occurs when the heart has to work harder as a result of stress, infection, or heart disease. The heart is usually the size of a fist, but it has the ability to grow in response to the demands that are placed on it, as is the case during pregnancy, strenuous exercise, and when you have a heart condition. Cardiomegaly can be diagnosed via chest X-ray, but this is far from the best way to diagnose it....
On October 6, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it will require COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers to share two months of safety data before it will approve a vaccine for use by the general public. The FDA’s decision comes as there is growing public distrust of a future COVID vaccine’s safety. Key Takeaways The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will require vaccine manufacturers to provide two months of safety data before it will approve a COVID-19 vaccine for use by the general public....
Skin tags are relatively harmless, though they can cause pain, itching, and irritation. The non-cancerous skin growths usually develop in skin folds in places including the genitals. Genital skin tags can often be removed by a medical professional. This article discusses genital skin tags, their symptoms, and causes. It also covers treatment options. Genital Skin Tag Symptoms Genital skin tags do not usually cause symptoms. When they do, symptoms can include:...
