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People undergoing chemotherapy will notice different levels of hair regrowth. The speed of regrowth and thickness of your new hair will depend on various factors, including the individual, the drug (or combination of drugs) used, the dosage given, and the type of cancer. This article discusses how chemotherapy impacts hair loss and regrowth. It includes information about how long it may take for your hair to grow back, how it may look and feel when it does, and how to care for your regrown hair....

Treating sciatica—symptoms caused by pressure on the sciatic nerve, which originates in the lower back and extends down through the buttocks and the back of each leg—usually involves conservative measures such as gentle exercise and stretching, application of ice and/or heat, and anti-inflammatory medication. Although there are more aggressive approaches to treating severe cases of sciatica, such as spinal injections or surgery, it’s rarely necessary to use them. Home Remedies and Lifestyle It may seem counterintuitive, but if your healthcare provider determines you have sciatica, they are likely to recommend that you move as much as possible....

Medical records are the footprints you make through the medical system. From the moment you are born, your medical records are a chronology of everything that has affected your health or has created a medical problem. Two decades ago, those records were kept entirely on paper, filed in folders in various doctors’ offices and hospitals. Rarely were they called into question, and often they were ignored when new symptoms arose or a specialist was needed for any new medical problems that cropped up....

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a condition where the intestines become infected and can begin to die. The disease usually affects premature babies, although term babies may also get NEC. Necrotizing enterocolitis is a serious condition that may require surgery and has a high morbidity and mortality rate. Overview The inner lining of the intestines contains millions of bacteria. Usually, these bacteria (called the normal flora) are harmless and are part of the digestive process....

This week, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced the first phase of its four-year initiative to study the long-term effects of COVID-19. Key Takeaways The NIH announced a new initiative to study the long-term effects of COVID-19, typically referred to as “long COVID.“Congress allocated $1.5 billion over four years for research projects.Experts say allocating funding for this research is proactive and smart. While most people seem to recover from COVID-19 in about two weeks, some may continue experiencing symptoms for weeks or months after the illness....

Rachel Charlton-Dailey (she/they) is an award-winning journalist specializing in health and disability. Their work is featured in publications such as Healthline, Huffpost, The Guardian, and Business Insider. Charlton-Dailey often uses their platform to spotlight issues that affect disabled people. This week, lieutenant governor of Pennsylvania and U.S. Senate candidate, John Fetterman, was interviewed by Dasha Burns of NBC, and the segment drew attention for all the wrong reasons. Fetterman had a stroke in May....

When parents work, daycare is a concern whether a child is deaf/hard of hearing or hearing. Parents of deaf/hard of hearing (HOH) children have the added concern of communication. Solutions for Daycare for Deaf/HOH One solution for school-age children is a school-age child care program. Such programs may provide interpreters. One year my child had an interpreter/provider at the school-age child care program, but when school started, there was no interpreter/provider available....

Postmenopausal bleeding is bleeding from the reproductive tract that occurs after a person has stopped having menstrual periods and has gone through menopause. Menopause is defined as going 12 months without a period. It happens to most females in the United States at an average age of 52. Postmenopausal bleeding can stem from anywhere in the reproductive tract, including the uterus, vagina, and cervix. Postmenopausal bleeding is not normal, but it does happen....

Some guys think that body piercing, including penis piercing, is pretty cool. Perhaps you’re even one of them. If you’re healthy and you’re sure this is what you want, then there’s no reason you shouldn’t go for it. But first, learn how it should be done safely, and make sure you don’t put your health at risk. Where to Go It’s important that your piercing is done by a professional with a good reputation, preferably someone who’s been recommended to you....

Entropion is a condition in which the inward turning of the upper or lower eyelid causes the eyelashes to rub against the front of the eye (cornea). If it is not treated, entropion can cause irritation and infection. Types of Entropion Entropion can affect the upper or lower eyelids, but the lower lids are more commonly involved. There are four types of entropion. The most common type of entropion occurs in people over the age of 60....

Multiple autoimmune syndrome, by definition, is the combined occurrence of at least three autoimmune diseases in the same person. About 25 percent of those with an autoimmune disease have a tendency or likelihood of developing other autoimmune diseases as well. People with multiple autoimmune syndrome usually have at least one dermatological (skin) condition, which commonly is vitiligo or alopecia areata. The co-occurrence of five autoimmune diseases is considered extremely rare....

Have you ever cried like a baby while trying to chop an onion? We cry, and sometimes laugh at ourselves when we chop onions with tears streaming down our cheeks. Crying usually occurs about 30 seconds after you cut an onion open. The tearing starts to slow down after about five minutes of cutting. As hard as we try, we usually can’t control the flow of tears caused by the fumes of the onions....

We all know that America is in the throes of an obesity epidemic. Based on a study done in 2011-2012, 35 percent of the population of the United States was estimated to be obese. Obesity in children has been on the rise, and type II diabetes (almost always associated with obesity) is now being seen in great numbers, including in substantial numbers of adolescents for the first time. Link to Heart Disease There is no question that obesity is strongly correlated with an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease, and is considered one of the major risk factors for coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, and stroke....

Bone broth—whether it be fowl, fish, or meat—has long been a staple of the human diet. Homemade broths have fallen in popularity due to the ease of purchasing store-bought stocks. However, the use of bone broth as a healing agent, particularly in the area of gut health (with its connection to other chronic health problems), has been gaining in popularity. What Is Bone Broth? Bone broth is created by cooking meat or fish in water, typically with vegetables, for an extended period of time....

Arthritis is a common problem that is only becoming more and more frequently diagnosed. Not only are people living longer, and have more active lifestyles, but our society is becoming heavier. As body weight increases, so does the burden on our joints, particularly hips and knees. Carrying around excess weight places more strain on the joints, and can lead to a higher chance of developing arthritis. People with a higher body weight have more severe arthritis, and are diagnosed with arthritis at an earlier age....

Adenosine is an important chemical known as a nucleoside that exists naturally in all cells of the body. It is used to transfer energy within the cells by forming molecules like adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and adenosine diphosphate (ADP), and it is also one of the chemical messengers, or neurotransmitters, within the brain. In addition to various other functions, adenosine has been found to be an effective natural painkiller, widens blood vessels, and helps regulate heart rhythm....

Two people experiencing the same stage of breast cancer may have very different treatment opportunities that are largely dependent on cancer stage at the time of diagnosis and a person’s access to care. This article is part of Breast Cancer and Black Women, a destination in our Health Divide series. According to Doru Paul, M.D., Ph.D., an oncologist who focuses on individualizing care and improving the prognosis of cancer treatments, there should be no difference in breast cancer care tied to a patient’s race....

Binswanger’s Disease is a rare form of dementia sometimes referred to as subcortical vascular dementia. People who have Binswanger’s Disease typically have developed a narrowing of the arteries which then restricts blood flow in the brain. In the past, this was commonly referred to as “hardening of the arteries.” Other Names Binswanger’s Disease is also known as: Subcortical arteriosclerotic encephalopathyLacunar dementiaIschemic periventricular leukoencephalopathySubcortical dementia Signs and Symptoms Binswanger’s Disease is often associated with the following conditions and symptoms:...

Birth control is a way for women and men to prevent and plan the timing of pregnancy. There are many different birth control methods, including hormonal contraception, non-hormonal contraception, and OTC methods. Birth control effectiveness is an important and common concern in your decision to choose a birth control method. People have been using birth control for thousands of years. Today, we have many safe and effective birth control methods to choose from....

You’ve likely heard about how blue light can harm your eyes and sleep quality. You may have even purchased a pair of blue light glasses. Recently, skin care products have also hit the shelves, claiming to protect our skin from the harmful effects of blue light. But are they necessary? Key Takeaways Blue light skin care has been entering the market as people spend more time in front of their screens....