Diseases & Health Conditions

Overview Since its creation in the early 1990s, the pink ribbon has become internationally recognized as a symbol of breast cancer awareness. Supporters of the cause wear pink ribbons and other pink articles of clothing to increase awareness of the…
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Overview The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization conduct surveillance throughout the world for novel or potentially pandemic forms of the influenza virus. The strain originally identified as the most likely to have pandemic potential…
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Mood swings can be the result of a variety of conditions, from pregnancy to menopause to being overworked and overstressed. A mood swing occurs when you go from feeling happy and content to feeling upset or sad in a short…
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Everyone experiences anxiety from time to time–it is a normal reaction to stress. However, it is not normal to experience anxiety to the point that it has an impact on your everyday life. Anxiety disorders affect about 40 million American…
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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also called sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or venereal diseases (VDs), are diseases spread during sexual contact. An infected patient can spread the disease during vaginal, anal or oral intercourse. Some diseases, like chlamydia, syphilis and gonorrhea,…
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Overview The bladder is an organ in the lower abdomen that stores urine; when malignant cells form in the tissues in the bladder, a diagnosis of bladder cancer is made. After diagnosis, staging occurs. Staging cancer involves using a standardized…
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Pregnant women get headaches from many causes. Some of the most common include lack of sleep, low blood sugar, dehydration and stress. While some typical over-the-counter headache medicines are safe for use during pregnancy, many women and health care providers…
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Attention Deficit Disorder, commonly called ADD, often strikes concern when it comes to choosing the best treatment strategy. Drugs have a place in many plans, but behavioral treatments go hand in hand with successful outcomes. Parents, spouses and teachers can…
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Overview Major depressive disorder affects how you think and feel, and can have both psychological and physical symptoms, notes the Mayo Clinic. When you suffer from major depressive disorder, you have a loss of interest, feel sad or anxious, or…
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Because tobacco smoking is addictive, the diseases that cigars and cigarettes can cause become unavoidable for some smokers. The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports a success rate of less than 10 percent for those who try to quit smoking….
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Breast cancer is a common type of cancer diagnosed in 192,000 women and 2,000 men each year in the United States, according to the National Cancer Institute. There are several different treatment options for breast cancer that doctors recommend based…
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Overview HPV, also known as the human papillomavirus, is a commonly spread, sexually transmitted disease that can cause genital warts. It can also cause cervical cancer, as well as infect the anal region in men, leading to an increased risk…
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Tobacco use has been known to cause lung and larynx cancer since the U.S. surgeon general released research proof in 1964. Since then, the list of diseases directly caused by or related to smoking cigarettes has grown. The addictive properties…
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To correctly diagnose asthma, your physician will order a pulmonary function study, which may include a series of three or four tests to determine if you have asthma, as well as how severe it is. The process of diagnosing asthma…
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The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology states that more than 36 million American’s are affected by hay fever. Hay fever, allergic rhinitis, is an allergic reaction causing flu-like symptoms, according to the Mayo Clinic. Symptoms of hay fever…
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Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that affects the wrists due to frequent typing at the computer or other repetitive activities with the hands. Placing pressure on the carpal tunnel nerve near the palm of the hand creates numbness, pain…
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Hay fever, or allergic rhinitis, is an allergic reaction to indoor or outdoor allergens that causes cold-like symptoms. Sinus pressure headaches, nasal congestion, sneezing and irritated eyes are common symptoms of hay fever. More than 36 million people in the…
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Many people have eye symptoms when they suffer from a cold. Frequently called a “cold in the eye” or “pink eye,” doctors refer to this condition as conjunctivitis. The virus may disappear on its own after a day or so,…
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Two-thirds to three-quarters of individuals with Crohn’s disease need surgery at some point, according to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse. Other treatments, such as medication and nutritional supplements, may also be used in treating the disease, but surgery is…
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Percocet is a Class II prescription drug that comes in six different strengths and is prescribed as a pain reliever for moderate to acute pain. The main active ingredients of Percocet are oxycodone and acetaminophen. This blend classifies Percocet as…
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Changing the position of the body during work or at home can relieve chronic lower-back pain. Treatment can also relieve chronic back pain because of an injury. Some causes of lower back pain can be avoided. Other causes need to…
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A nasal allergy is commonly defined as hay fever (allergic rhinitis), according to the Mayo Clinic. Hay fever is an allergic reaction that causes flu-like symptoms such as sneezing, nasal congestion and a runny nose. The most common causes for…
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According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology (AAO), millions of Americans suffer from hay fever (allergic rhinitis). Hay fever is an allergic reaction that produces flu-like symptoms, such as nasal discharge, a runny nose and sinus congestion. The three most…
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Scar tissue may not be pretty, but it performs a necessary function. As the skin’s new connective tissue, it helps cuts, burns, surgical incisions, chicken pox, acne and other skin conditions to close and heal. Home remedies can effectively minimize…
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Clarinol is a brand name for conjugated linoleic acid, or CLA, which is marketed to help users lose weight and body fat. The fatty acid is made from sunflower oil when used in dietary supplements, but occurs naturally in beef…
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The generically named medication doxorubicin is marketed in the United States under the brand name Adriamycin. It is an antineoplastic drug prescribed in the treatment of cancer, including cutaneous T-cell lymphoma or CTCL. This, CancerConsultants.com reports, is a rare form…
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Spider veins are named for their thin, spindly appearance that resembles the legs or webbing of spiders. They usually appear on the legs, thighs and face and occur when veins no longer function, causing blockages and clots to branch out…
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Methamphetamine, or crystal meth, is a dangerous and addictive drug that stimulates your central nervous system to induce a high, euphoric feeling. You can take the white crystal meth powder by snorting, dissolving and drinking, or by injecting it. According…
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Overview Acid reflux occurs when the stomach’s acid or bile travels back up into the esophagus and throat. This causes the lining of the esophagus to become irritated and painful. It is a common digestive issue that affects many people….
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The number of people afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease in the United States is expected to swell to 13.2 million. There is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease according to the the Alzheimer’s Society. Present medications can only reduce or delay the…
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