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Medically reviewed by Kathleen Daly, MDMedically reviewed by Kathleen Daly, MDDepersonalization disorder is a mental health condition that causes a person to feel distant or detached from their body. Many people with this condition have episodes of feeling like they are living outside their reality or watching themselves from the outside. About 3 out of 4 adults in the United States will experience a depersonalization episode once in their lives, but only 2% of them will develop depersonalization disorder. Symptoms of depersonalization disorder often come and go and may be worsened by stress. Treatment options vary based on your symptoms and how...

How To Know if You Have Depersonalization Disorder

Alagille syndrome (ALGS) is a rare genetic condition affecting different parts of the body, such as the liver, kidneys, and heart. Lifestyle changes, medications, and surgery can help manage the condition. ALGS affects a person’s bile ducts. The liver secretes bile and bile ducts carry it from the liver to...

What to know about Alagille syndrome

Medically reviewed by Kristie Reed, PharmDMedically reviewed by Kristie Reed, PharmDNiacin is a water-soluble form of vitamin B3 found in dietary supplements. Healthcare providers also prescribe higher dosages of niacin to manage cholesterol levels. Though niacin has considerable health benefits, taking high amounts can cause side effects, including niacin flush.Niacin flush occurs when the skin on the face, arms, or chest turns red and becomes itchy or uncomfortable. It arises as niacin in the bloodstream triggers an immune response. This causes blood vessels in the outer layers of the skin to dilate, increasing blood flow.Attacks typically resolve within a half...

What You Need To Know About Niacin Flush and How To Manage It

Parkinson’s disease may make people feel exhausted and make it difficult to concentrate. This can make everyday tasks more challenging. Many people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) experience fatigue. Motor symptoms can make it difficult and tiring to carry out everyday tasks. PD medications may also cause drowsiness. Problems with sleep and depression are also.

What to know about Parkinson’s fatigue

Symptoms of depression, such as lack of interest in activities and fatigue, may appear as laziness. However, depression is a mental health condition, whereas laziness relates to a person’s behavior. Depression is a mental disorder that causes feelings of emptiness, sadness, or displeasure for activities previously enjoyed. Other possible...

Understanding the difference between depression and laziness

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MDMedically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MDAn impacted bowel, also known as fecal impaction, is a large, hard mass of stool that gets stuck in the rectum (the lowest part of the colon, or large intestine). It prevents you from having a bowel movement.An impacted bowel is typically triggered by a long bout of constipation and often includes symptoms like cramping and bloating.Experiencing an impacted bowel is more common in people who have chronic constipation, which is estimated to affect up to 12% of adults in the United States. Treatment options like an enema,...

What Causes An Impacted Bowel?

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Plus the difference between heart attack symptoms for men and women.

Why is arm pain a common heart attack symptom? Here’s what you should know

Panic attacks are intense periods of fear or discomfort that can occur suddenly and without warning. Understanding the common reasons people experience panic attacks can help manage and potentially prevent them. Here are seven common reasons people have panic attacks. Stress and anxiety. Stress and anxiety are leading causes of...

7 common reasons people have panic attacks

Medically reviewed by Simone Harounian, MSMedically reviewed by Simone Harounian, MSCoffee can offer a temporary energy boost and other health benefits, making it a powerful addition to a well-balanced diet. For example, research has proven that moderate coffee consumption can help prevent inflammatory and oxidative stress-related diseases, such as type 2 diabetes and several types of cancer. However, coffee can also influence the absorption of some nutrients, which may lessen or heighten the effects of some foods.While everyone is different, and you may tolerate different food combinations, you may want to avoid certain foods with your daily cup of joe—for...

6 Foods To Not Consume With Coffee

Medically reviewed by Elle Markman, PsyDMedically reviewed by Elle Markman, PsyDHemophobia—sometimes also called blood injury injection (BII) phobia—is the fear of blood, physical injury, needles, and injections. This type of fear occurs in about 4% of people, causing symptoms like dizziness at the site of blood or nausea before receiving an injection. Unlike other phobias, which may cause a racing heart, hemophobia actually causes lower blood pressure and increases the risk of fainting.While researchers are not clear on what causes hemophobia, this fear is more common in people assigned female at birth and tends to run in families. The good...

What Does It Mean to Have Hemophobia?

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick BlackmerVideos are making the rounds online that might have some cheese lovers concerned—are there really “wood chips” or “sawdust” in shredded cheese, and should you wash it before you eat it?On TikTok, some creators swear by washing their pre-shredded cheese to remove additives, preservatives, or other unwanted substances found in the packages.In a February video that’s since garnered over 960,000 views, creators Janelle and Kate recommended washing pre-shredded cheese as a “kitchen hack.” Showing off the “dirty” water left behind, the TikTokers said the practice is a good way to save time...

Is There Actually Sawdust in Shredded Cheese? What to Know About the Viral Claim

Gail is 73, an avid walker and very engaged with house projects, her circle of friends, volunteer work and her love of reading. Over the years, she has had various health issues to manage (a knee replacement, a few bouts of colitis and occasional sleeplessness). Gail feels fortunate because, overall,...

Dizziness as We Age

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

How many people suffer from insomnia? Insomnia affects millions worldwide. Approximately 30% of adults experience short-term insomnia, while 10% struggle with chronic insomnia. This sleep disorder disrupts daily life, causing fatigue, mood swings, and concentration issues. Insomnia can result from stress, anxiety, poor sleep habits, or medical conditions. Teenagers and older adults are particularly vulnerable. Lack of sleep impacts productivity, mental health, and overall well-being. Understanding insomnia's prevalence helps highlight the importance of addressing sleep issues. Let's dive into 20 facts about insomnia, shedding light on its causes, effects, and potential solutions.

20 Facts About How Many People Suffer From Insomnia

Pancreatic cancer can cause back pain that spreads from the abdomen. It often affects the middle of the back and may feel like a dull ache. For some people, the pain may come and go. Pancreatic cancer causes different symptoms, including back pain. Back pain can have many possible causes,...

What to know about pancreatic cancer and back pain

How can Astrology tell you about your worst friends? Astrology is the concept of using the placement of the planets and their related astrological signs, or the Signs of the Zodiac, to determine the course of a life. These placements based on your birth date, time, and location can give you a wealth of information about your personality traits and character and predict events throughout your life based on your sign and current placements. Of course, this is a quick overview, and doing actual natal charts and horoscopes is much more complicated. But now you have a basic idea of what astrology is.

5 Zodiac Signs That Could Be Your Worst Friend

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A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Medically reviewed by Jamie Johnson, RDNMedically reviewed by Jamie Johnson, RDNBlack garlic is garlic (Allium sativum L.) that has been aged in a hot and humid environment.Fresh garlic is exposed to temperatures between 140-194 degrees Fahrenheit (60-90 degrees Celcius) and humidity levels between 70-90% for several weeks. The result is a deep brownish-black-colored garlic with a chewy texture and sweet taste that’s higher in antioxidants than normal garlic.Studies show that consuming black garlic may benefit health in several ways, including improving heart disease risk factors such as cholesterol and blood pressure.High in Antioxidants Black garlic is an excellent source of protective...

Health Benefits of Black Garlic

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Experts reveal symptoms that strike during nighttime rest and what those signs might mean for your health.

If You're Doing This During Your REM Cycle, Chances Are You Should Be Seeing A Doctor — Here's Why

Learn which colostrum supplements are expert-recommend for immune and gut health.

The Best Colostrum Supplements, According to Dietitians

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What To Know about Acrophobia

Medically reviewed by Kira Graves, PhDMedically reviewed by Kira Graves, PhDAcrophobia is an irrational and extreme fear of heights. It falls under the umbrella of anxiety...

What To Know about Acrophobia

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