Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a set of symptoms that occur before or during a woman's menstrual period. According to the Mayo Clinic, three out of four women experience PMS. Fatigue, bloating, mood swings, tender breasts, food cravings,...
Guttate psoriasis is a relatively uncommon form of psoriasis in which small, itchy, drop shaped, red lesions appear on the skin of the legs, arms and torso. It is typically found in people under the age of 30 after an infection. It is not...
Nearly eight out of every 10 teenagers get acne at some point, according to the Nemours children's hospital network. It may be a normal part of adolescence, but many teens get stressed out by unsightly pimple outbreaks. Most can control the...
Too much sun exposure is bad for your health and bad for your skin. Sunburn can be a painful side effect of spending too much time in the sun. According to Bill Gottlieb, author of "Alternative Cures: More Than 1,000 of the Most Effective Natural...
Alternative cures for maladies from the common cold to cancer can run the gamut from aromatherapy to gentle massage to herbal remedies or acupuncture. Sorting out the facts from wishful thinking sometimes seems more a matter of faith than proven...
An abscess is a localized collection of pus surrounded by swollen tissue. Abscesses can occur anywhere in the body and are caused by an infection. When the body attempts to fight off the infection, it "corners" the bacteria and foreign bodies in a...
The tapeworm (taeniasis) is a parasite than can infect humans. It is typically acquired through eating meat (beef and pork) that is not well-cooked, notes MedlinePlus, a website of the National Institutes of Health. A cure for tapeworm is usually...
Acne tends to crop up when you least want it to, like right before a big date, the prom or an important business meeting. Thankfully, there are some fast acne cures that can give you sweet relief from the red bumps and blemishes. Plus, most fast...
Eczema is a chronic skin condition that manifests itself in a variety of ways. Many people experience only a fed red bumps, similar to pimples, while others have large areas of skin covered in bumps and irritated skin. Common causes of eczema...
Sweating is a natural function of the body whose primary activity is to control the body's temperature through evaporative cooling. Sweating is controlled by the autonomic nervous system, specifically the sympathetic nervous system, which...
Low potassium, medically termed hypokalemia, occurs when potassium levels in the blood are low. Since potassium is an essential nutrient that aids the nerves, muscle cells and heart, a low potassium level can cause severe complications such as...
Claustrophobia is a common anxiety disorder. For some people, however, it can be debilitating, resulting in panic attacks, avoiding certain places or situations that lead to increased anxiety, or social isolation. The good news is that there are...
Staphylococci--commonly called staph--cause a variety of human infections, including boils, skin infections (cellulitis), food poisoning, pneumonia, bone and blood stream infections and toxic shock syndrome. One species of staphylococci called...
It starts with a stinging sensation beneath your breastbone but it may quickly extend up into your neck and throat. Lying down or bending over may increase the burning sensation. You have heartburn. Despite its name, this digestive disorder has...
Holistic cures are effective methods for pain relief that have been used for centuries. In many cases these methods are a healthier alternative to over-the-counter or prescription pain medications, as these drugs may be accompanied by dangerous...
Spider veins occur when a valve in a vein becomes weak, preventing blood from flowing properly. Blood may then collect in the vein, enlarging as it pools and branching out like a spider web. Spider veins can usually be noticed on visible places of...
Air sickness occurs when your brain cannot make a connection between what you are seeing and what your ears are feeling, notes Andrew Wright, author of "200 Overseas Travelling Tips." The most common symptoms of air sickness are intense nausea,...
Bloating is a naturally occurring symptom when the body retains water. Bloating is the most common symptom of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), but it can also be a symptom of other illnesses or conditions. Bloating is a mild condition, even though it...
A hangnail often makes its presence known when you snag it on a sofa or your clothing and it hurts. Hangnails are bits of dead skin that occur when the surrounding skin, referred to as the cuticle, dries out. Hangnails may also result from nail...
According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, millions of Americans suffer from problems with sleep. Sleep deprivation can affect work performance and productivity, as well as health. A variety of conditions can cause...
The common cold often causes an itchy throat and is the most common illness in the United States, with more than 1 billion colds developed every year, according to MedlinePlus. Other causes of sore, itchy throat, also called pharyngitis, include...
Laryngitis is the inflammation of the larynx, commonly known as the voice box, that results in hoarseness or voice loss. Laryngitis is typically caused by overuse, irritation or inflammation of the larynx, larynx membranes or vocal cords. The...
Bed-wetting is a common problem for children from the time of potty training all the way up to 11 years old in some cases. the behavior is not necessarily a sign that you have failed in potty training but rather is considered part of a development...
Coughing may last for a short time, but it can interfere with your life and work if you can't find the right remedy. Coughing is often a symptom of something else. If you have a cough that lasts for more than three weeks, a visit to the doctor may...
Several types of hemorrhoids can appear in your rectum or anus. Internal hemorrhoids arise inside the anus, often causing bleeding, but not pain. External hemorrhoids can cause itching and pain on the outside of the anus. A prolapsed hemorrhoid...
Heartburn occurs when your stomach contents or acids back up in the esophagus, according to the American Gastroenterological Association. Heartburn can usually be controlled through behavior modification in the form of lifestyle changes. These...
If you notice a breakout at an inopportune time, such as the night before an important presentation or a special date, you may be able to treat pimples with simple home remedies. Not every acne cure has to involve visits to your dermatologist or...
Fever is an elevation in body temperature. Normal body temperature is 98.6 degrees F (37.0 degrees C). The body maintains its temperature by producing or dissipating heat as needed. When an infection occurs, the immune system responds by sending...
Lice comes in second to the common cold in terms of communicable conditions among schoolchildren, according to MayoClinic.com. The chemicals in over-the-counter lice treatments cause many families affected by lice to seek alternative treatments....
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