As every parent knows, toddlers can get a lot of colds. The BabyCenter website says that most children average between 6 and 10 colds a year, mostly due to their immature immune systems. Symptoms of influenza viruses can sometimes mimic those of...
Chronic sinus infections affect more than 31 million Americans annually, according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. Sinus infections are the result of inflamed sinuses, trapping liquid in the cavity and leading to a...
Indoor allergies can strike at any time. Because there is no timetable for them like there is for Spring-activated seasonal allergies, it is sometimes harder to identify indoor allergies. But no matter what the trigger, indoor allergies tend to...
Changes in your personal body odor can be counted among the many odd symptoms and side effects of pregnancy. You might find it embarrassing and hard to cope with, but in fact it's perfectly normal. In fact, you may be the only one to notice.
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer diagnosed in the United States. Breast cancer usually occurs in women, though occasionally men get it as well. It is important to know the signs of breast cancer, because early detection and...
Bacteremia is a very serious, and sometimes life-threatening, infection in the blood. Occasionally, a simple infection such as the common cold can work itself into the bloodstream of susceptible people. One of the best and easiest things you can...
Seasonal allergies---also referred to as hay fever or allergic rhinitis---affect more than 36 million people in the United States, according to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI) in 2006. Seasonal allergies are typically...
Feminine odor, or vaginal odor, is an abnormally strong or unpleasant smell that occurs as a symptom of several different vaginal disorders, including bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis and pelvic inflammatory disorder. With information and...
Each breast contains extensive branched glandular tissue, containing milk-secreting lobules that connect to the nipple via a series of ducts. During pregnancy, changes in hormone levels lead to the secretion of milk through the nipple. Nipple...
Sneezing, runny nose, red eyes and itchy throat are common symptoms encountered when you have allergies. You may have experienced these symptoms when visiting a flower infested botanical garden, eating a dish containing a new herb or dog-sitting...
Viral infections can take hold in the body and lead to a cold, which is often accompanied by a cough. Nasal drainage, watery eyes and sneezing are also typical symptoms. You may also have a fever or a sore throat. There are diluted plant...
Menstruation is a special moment in a girl's life when she officially becomes a woman. Biologically, she is able to carry a child but emotionally, she may be scared. Some girls are frightened of the thought of bleeding every month, while other...
Extra-dry, itchy, dull-looking skin: it's a common condition, especially during the winter, when environmental humidity is low. Your skin can feel too tight or irritated in patches, and it might even keep you from getting a good night's sleep....
Cold and flu are the common names for overlapping syndromes of respiratory infection caused by a number of viruses. According to FamilyDoctor, the two are mainly differentiated by onset and severity: Flu symptoms usually onset abruptly and are...
Overview The term sexually transmitted disease (STD) is applied to any group of diseases spread by sexual contact (sexual intercourse, oral-genital contact or anal sex). According to the American Social Health Association, about 19 million...
Pink eye or conjunctivitis gets its name from the pink coloring that the eye membranes takes on. The transparent coverings or membranes of the eyes are susceptible to many different viruses, bacteria and allergies in the air. Look for symptoms to...
Allergies to pollen and ragweed are quite common. Pollen is the powdery grains released by almost all plants to fertilize flowers and create seeds. People can be allergic to almost any plant, but ragweed causes the most problems. The Asthma and...
During menstruation, women will have an array of symptoms ranging from abdominal pain to migraines. Some women go through menstrual cycles seemingly unaffected, while others will have to take days off work because of the pain and heavy bleeding....
Some women experience abdominal pain beginning days or even weeks before their periods start. Although the pain can be a normal part of some women's menstrual cycles, it can also indicate problems with hormones or the reproductive system.
When your baby has a plugged-up, stuffy nose, it's usually not a bad thing. Although your baby will likely be irritable and miserable, a stuffy nose is most likely the result of a virus that's entered his system. A stuffy nose is part of his...
Fifty million Americans suffer from allergies, an overreaction of the immune system. According to the Asthma Allergy Foundation of America, allergies are the fifth-highest ranked chronic disease and they have no permanent cure. Allergies are best...
If you've just discovered that you're pregnant, you may be confused by your doctor's assignment of a due date. According to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, an average pregnancy lasts 280 days or 40 weeks. It pays to keep...
Conjunctivitis is an eye infection commonly known as pinkeye. You may experience symptoms such as redness, itching, discomfort and eyelid swelling. This infection may stem from a virus, bacteria or fungi, and treatments may vary depending on the...
The uterus, also called the womb, is a pear-shaped organ located in the female pelvis. This lining of the uterus, referred to as the endometrium, may develop cancer. Endometrial cancer is the most common type of gynecological cancer in the United...
Water trapped in the ear can allow an infection to develop, leading to the common summertime malady, swimmer's ear. Symptoms of swimmer's ear include a clear or yellowish discharge, a feeling that the ear is clogged up, itchiness or pain in the...
Normal vaginal discharge usually looks clear or white. Occasionally experiencing brown discharge is not always a cause for concern. Women should bring it up with a medical care provider if it becomes persistent or appears on a regular basis. Other...
Contagious diseases that are transmitted through intimate contact with an infected person are known as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), according to "Understanding Medical Surgical Nursing" by Linda Williams and Paula Hopper. These diseases...
Herpes is the common name for the disease caused by the herpes simplex virus. Depending on the site of the infection, herpes can affect men and women differently. For most women, recognition of the early symptoms of herpes followed by prompt...
