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Hepatitis Getting Started with BiologicsVerywell - By Ruth Jessen Hickman, MD You may be thinking about starting a biologic treatment for rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, psoriasis, or for another health …
Peppermint Lavender or Peppermint Essential Oils for Headache or MigraineVerywell - By Colleen Doherty, MD Using an essential oil, like lavender or peppermint, to help alleviate a migraine or tension headache is becoming an increasingly popular practice. …
Teeth An Overview of Receding GumsVerywell - By Kristin Hayes, RN The gums consist of the pink tissue in the mouth that holds the teeth in place and protects the root of the tooth. Gums are also called gingivae. …
Tumors The Health Benefits of SumaVerywell - By Sherry Christiansen Suma (Hebanthe eriantha,) commonly referred to as Brazilian ginseng, is a species of plant in the Amaranthaceae family. The root of the suma plant is …
Fertility An Overview of HypoplasiaVerywell - By Mark Gurarie Hypoplasia is a term describing the incomplete development of an organ or tissue in the body. In this sense, it’s more of a descriptor than a …
Protein What Is A Globulin Test?Verywell - By Brittany Ferri A globulin test, sometimes called globulin electrophoresis, is a blood test which measures protein levels controlled by the liver. As a whole, …
Osteoporosis An Overview of Juvenile OsteoporosisVerywell - By Lana Barhum Osteoporosis a progressive bone disease where bone density is lost or there is insufficient bone formation. The result is weakened bones and …
Diets What Is a Low-Histamine Diet?Verywell - By Barbie Cervoni, RD, CDE A low-histamine diet can be suggested for people who have histamine intolerance. Histamine is a chemical released by mast cells in the immune system …
Muscle The Anatomy of the MandibleVerywell - By Mark Gurarie Also known as the lower jawbone, the mandible is the largest and strongest bone of the face. Tasked with holding the lower set of teeth in place, …
Diets What Is the Fast Diet?Verywell - By Jane Anderson The Fast diet, a form of what's called the 5:2 diet, uses a form of modified intermittent fasting to help people lose weight. Specifically, people …
Syphilis An Overview of NeurosyphilisVerywell - By Elizabeth Boskey, PhD Neurosyphilis occurs when a syphilis infection spreads to the central nervous system. Syphilis is primarily thought of as a sexually transmitted …
Diets What to Eat if You Have GastritisVerywell - By Abby Norman Gastritis often causes a burning stomach pain, which may be worse after eating fatty or spicy foods. Other symptoms, such as nausea, bloating, and …
Viruses An Overview of John Cunningham VirusVerywell - By Abby Norman John Cunningham virus (JC virus) is another name for human polyomavirus 2. The virus is very common; between 70% to 90% of the world’s population …
Recipes Chia Seed Energy Bites for KidsVerywell - By Natalie Monson, RD Finding a snack that rates as delicious among kids and nutritious among their parents can be a challenge, but this phenomenal and super quick and …
Obesity Childhood Obesity Treatment OptionsVerywell - By Sherry Christiansen Childhood obesity is on the rise in the United States. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia, "The number …
Osteoporosis How Osteoporosis Is DiagnosedVerywell - By Ruth Jessen Hickman, MD Osteoporosis is a common health condition, particularly in older women. Fractures related to osteoporosis cause significant pain, disability, and …
Hair What to Expect From Hair Transplant SurgeryVerywell - By Sherry Christiansen Hair transplant surgery is performed to replace hair loss in areas that are either thinning or balding. It involves removing the hair on one part of …
Sexual Health What to Know About Descovy (Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Alafenamide)Verywell - By James Myhre and Dennis Sifris, MD Descovy (emtricitabine and tenofovir alafenamide fumarate) is a two-in-one drug used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Both …
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Fibromyalgia Neuroinflammation in FibromyalgiaVerywell - By Adrienne Dellwo The theory of neuroinflammation in fibromyalgia now is supported by evidence from PET scans showing inflammatory mechanisms in the brains of people …
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Health What Is Self-Insured Health Insurance?Verywell - By Louise Norris When employers want to offer health insurance to their workers, they essentially have two options: self-insured plan—also known as a self-funded …
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Multiple Myeloma An Overview of Smoldering MyelomaVerywell - By Sherry Christiansen Smoldering myeloma, also referred to as smoldering multiple myeloma (SMM), is considered a precursor to a rare blood cancer called multiple myeloma. …
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