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Evidence suggests chronic pain can affect the mechanism that regulates blood pressure, causing blood pressure to become too high. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is when the pressure inside the blood vessels is consistently too high. Pain and hypertension often occur together. Blood pressure and pain. As a.

Can pain cause high blood pressure?

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Health experts answer four of the most frequently asked questions about the effects weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy can have on fertility and pregnancy. Here's what to know.

Ozempic’s Effects on Pregnancy and Fertility: Experts Answer 4 Common Questions

An anti-inflammatory diet reduced the risk of dementia by 31% in people even if they had type 2 diabetes, heart disease or stroke, according to a new study.

Eating these foods lowers dementia risk, even with type 2 diabetes and heart disease, study says

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Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer      A new study found that erythritol consumption may increase the risk of blood platelet activation, which can raise the chances of blood clots.Erythritol is a common sugar substitute found in a range of packaged and processed products, from candies to beverages.Though other studies have shown that erythritol intake may be risky, experts say more research is needed to understand the sweetener's true effects on heart health.
A new study adds more evidence that erythritol, a common artificial sweetener, may be detrimental to heart health.Researchers from the Cleveland Clinic...

Study Shows Erythritol, a Common Sweetener, Could Cause Blood Clotting

Subclinical hypothyroidism during pregnancy, an asymptomatic imbalance of thyroid hormones, may be associated with a higher risk of low thyroid functioning (hypothyroidism) within 5 years after giving birth, suggests an analysis funded by the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD). Moreover, pregnant people with...

Science Update: Thyroid hormone imbalance during early pregnancy may increase future risk of thyroid disease

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Swollen ankles aren’t typically a cause for concern. However, they’re sometimes an indication of an underlying illness.

Swollen ankles are a common problem. From compression socks to elevation, here's how to get rid of them.

More than 1 million American women enter menopause every year. Here’s what to know and how to treat it.

What to know about menopause, according to a doctor

There are a lot of potential symptoms women can experience during perimenopause and menopause. Unfortunately, many aren't discussed, which can cause you to be alarmed if you happen to experience something like menopause flooding. If you find yourself suddenly soaking through tampons or pads at a rate you haven't experienced...

What Causes "Menopause Flooding"? 3 Ob-Gyns Explain

This rarely diagnosed condition involves a blood clot in one of the veins running through the sole of your foot. It may be misdiagnosed at times as plantar fasciitis. Plantar vein thrombosis (PVT) is an uncommon but potentially very painful condition affecting the bottom of the foot. It means that you have a blood clot in one of the veins that carry blood from the sole of the foot back toward the heart.

What to Know About Plantar Vein Thrombosis

Medically reviewed by Renita White, MDMedically reviewed by Renita White, MD. Most fetuses are nestled inside the uterus (womb), curled up tight. This cozy position, knees to chest, is known as the fetal position. During pregnancy, the fetal position also refers to the direction a fetus faces in the uterus and is especially important as you approach delivery.

Fetal Position in the Womb

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The liver is the largest internal organ in the body, and it’s got major jobs to do. The organ plays crucial roles in body processes such as optimizing metabolism, eliminating toxins, storing nutrients and regulating digestion. The problem? A condition called fatty liver that occurs when fat infiltrates the organ can cause its function to ...

A Top Doctor Reveals What Causes Fatty Liver and Why Menopause May Raise Your Risk

Medically reviewed by Rafle Fernandez, MDMedically reviewed by Rafle Fernandez, MDAn enlarged heart (also known as cardiomegaly) isn't a condition on its own but is often an underlying sign of heart problems. Several conditions like coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, and kidney disease can cause an enlarged heart.Some people with an enlarged heart don't experience symptoms at all, but others may experience symptoms like trouble breathing, a racing heartbeat, and fluid build-up—all of which tend to worsen with physical exertion.  
      What Size Should Your Heart Be?Typically, your heart is about the size...

Signs and Symptoms of an Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly)

Medically reviewed by Simone Harounian, MSMedically reviewed by Simone Harounian, MSZucchini (Cucurbita pepo) is a nutrient-dense summer squash variety known for its culinary versatility. It was once a staple in traditional folk medicine and is sometimes known as courgette.Zucchini is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, along with cucumbers, melons, pumpkins, and gourds. Its tender texture and mild flavor contribute to its culinary appeal, while its vitamin and mineral content packs a nutritional punch.Zucchini is low in calories but rich in essential nutrients, such as manganese, potassium, folate, and vitamins A, C, and K. Including it in a well-balanced diet may offer...

Health Benefits of Zucchini

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Scientists found that two brain-made chemicals, including oxytocin, may play a role in increasing blood pressure after repeated periods of low oxygen.

'Love hormone' oxytocin may be missing link between sleep apnea and high blood pressure

Nothing’s worse than trying to check off your to-dos only to get hit with a sudden migraine pain. The intense head pain can sometimes last 24 hours or more, sapping your energy and mood. While everyone knows that stress can trigger headaches, there are foods that cause migraines, too. Here, we break down what to ...

Prone to Headaches? See the Foods That Cause Migraines, Plus Which Block Flare-Ups

It is one of those scenes that seems taken straight out of a movie: A pregnant person falls down a flight of stairs, ends up in critical condition, and loses their baby. But are situations like this merely cinematic drama or can falling cause miscarriage?. The simple answer is that,...

Can Falling During Pregnancy Cause a Miscarriage?

Medically reviewed by Lindsay Cook, PharmDMedically reviewed by Lindsay Cook, PharmDBurdock root (Arctium lappa), also known as greater burdock, is a vegetable native to parts of Asia and Europe. It has been traditionally used in Chinese medicine to treat influenza (flu) and other health conditions. Today, burdock root is still used for treatment because of its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.Burdock root can be consumed raw or cooked. It is also available as a powder or supplement. Consult a registered dietitian (RD) or healthcare provider to determine if it is worth adding to your diet.Antioxidant PropertiesBurdock root has antioxidant effects that...

Health Benefits of Burdock Root (Greater Burdock)

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Dehydration affects 20% to 30% of older adults and is usually caused by insufficient water intake. It may also be caused by excess water loss through diarrhea, vomiting, sweating, high fever, or side effects from medication. Dehydration occurs when a person loses more water than they take in. Water serves...

Symptoms of Dehydration in Adults Older Than 65

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(Reuters) -Trial results show Eli Lilly's weight loss drug Zepbound reduces the risk of hospitalization, death and other outcomes for obese adults with a common type of heart failure, the company said on Thursday as it continues to build a case for the medication's wider health benefits.

Lilly says weight loss drug cuts heart failure risk by 38% in trial

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Study Finds High Blood Pressure Among Pregnant People Is Soaring—Here's Why

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer      Chronic blood pressure among people pregnant for up to 20 weeks doubled...

Study Finds High Blood Pressure Among Pregnant People Is Soaring—Here's Why

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