Hirsute (HOER-soot-iz-um) is a condition in women that results in excessive growth of dark or coarse hair in a male-like pattern — face, chest and back. With hirsutism, extra hair growth often arises from excess male hormones (androgens), primarily testosterone. Self-care methods and effective treatment options are available for women who wish to treat hirsutism. Symptoms Hirsutism is… Read More »
Obesity is a term that means you have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. It makes you more likely to have conditions including: Heart disease and stroke High blood pressure Diabetes Some cancers Gallbladder disease and gallstones Osteoarthritis Gout Breathing problems, such as sleep apnea (when a person stops breathing for short episodes during sleep) and asthma Not everyone who is obese has these problems.… Read More »
Although there are millions of species of fungi, only about 300 of them can actually cause infections in humans. There are several types of fungal infections that can affect your skin. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of the most common fungal skin infections and the ways they can be treated and prevented. Fungi live everywhere.… Read More »
Styling your long hair was never ever so very easy. Locating it unsubstantiated? Well, allow us to be a bit in-depth. If you have attractive hair with enviable length, you can design it in a variety of means. Align it, crinkle it, turn it, tease it, fold it, braid it, shade it, and also do whatever else you… Read More »
Tired legs are a fairly common symptom with a variety of underlying factors. You may have an increased risk for tired legs if you’re female, overweight, or older. Tired legs can also occur in people who regularly sit or stand for extended periods of time. Read on to learn more about this symptom, including common causes and treatments.… Read More »
If you turn to booze to help you snooze, you could be messing with the quality of your sleep. We’ll tell you why and give you tips for getting better sleep after a night out. Why it makes you sleepy Anyone who’s ever indulged in a drink or two knows that alcohol can make you real sleepy, real… Read More »
Heart disease is a term that refers to any disorder of the heart. Diseases under the heart disease include coronary artery disease, arrhythmias and congenital heart defects. The term cardiovascular disease generally refers to condition that involves the blood vessels which lead to heart attack, chest pain or stroke. Types Congenital heart disease- the heart problems that a… Read More »
Black currants (Ribes nigrum) have an interesting history in the United States. While they’ve been a popular snack in Europe for centuries, these purple-black berries were illegal in the states until recently. Now, they’re making a comeback. Black currants are native to the more temperate areas of Northern Europe and Northern Asia. Written records of their use date… Read More »
In July, a group of state attorneys general announced a settlement with the drug maker Johnson & Johnson and three of the nation’s largest pharmaceutical distributors to resolve claims that their actions helped fuel the opioid epidemic. The main lawsuits accused distributors—McKesson, Cardinal Health, and Americanization of facilitating the flow of massive amounts of diploids into communities and… Read More »
“I thought this was going to be my worst experience, but Karinn is different.” Ralph articulated these words to Wayne, the psychiatrist, meeting him for the first time, for his initial psychiatric evaluation. In our first article entitled, New Strategies for Mental Health Assessment: 6 Reasons Why, I introduced Ralph, who threatened to sue the HOPE Clinic after… Read More »