Anxiety has now taken over as the number one complaint among American’s when visiting their doctors. Anxiety occurs in the body when it feels like something is wrong or might be wrong or possibly could be wrong. Which ever state – it feels terrible. Anxiety puts you on edge so that you live in a state of constant almost panic and fear, often times you aren’t even...
Taking medications these days is a sometimes necessary yet scary proposal. The lists of potential side effects can be over whelming. Now, given, it is only a small percentage of people who will experience side effects at all, but what if you happen to be in that small percent? You have spent the time, effort and money to go see a doctor in hopes of curing whatever is ailing...
It’s a disorder that affects as many as 45 million Americans, and its symptoms might be a source of embarrassment for those experiencing them. Irritable bowel syndrome – and the uncomfortable abdominal pain, gas and chronic diarrhea or constipation that goes with it – can be a mild inconvenience or a severe impediment to daily life, affecting an individual’s...
It is amazing how the smallest things can cause the biggest amount of pain. One small corner of your toe hurts and it can make it difficult to put shoes on and even walk. While numerous things can go wrong with foot and toe health, the number one offender is an ingrown toenail. An ingrown toenail occurs at the top of the toe on the corner as the nail itself begins to...
Allergic reactions can be a life-interrupting and difficult to deal with. When they initially present it becomes a guessing game and process of elimination in order to figure out the cause and eliminate it from your life if possible. Breaking out in hives is uncomfortable, annoying, inconvenient and can in extreme cases lead to scarring over time if the urge to scratch...
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