Columbus, OH

A range of conditions, including alcohol or medication overuse, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and chronic infections, can damage your liver. However, the early signs of liver damage are subtle, and the initial stages of liver disease are "silent," or asymptomatic. By the time you recognize symptoms, your liver is already significantly damaged.

Signs of Liver Damage and Ways to Tell

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A mother of two experiencing bloating and blood in her stool was told her worrisome symptoms could be a vitamin D deficiency or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). However, a colonoscopy revealed she had stage 4 bowel (colorectal) cancer. Treatment, including chemotherapy and surgery, helped her reach remission.

‘I’m in Pain Constantly’ — A 37-Year-Old Mom of 2 With Bloating, Blood in Stool Told IBS May Be the Issue, Instead She Learned It Was Stage 4 Cancer

Certain foods and drinks, such as eggs and soya beans, can block iron absorption in the body. People with iron-deficiency anemia may need to avoid or limit certain foods or drinks to help restore iron levels. Iron-deficiency anemia is a common type of anemia that can occur if people do...

What foods should a person with anemia avoid?

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Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDMedically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a digestive condition that causes symptoms like frequent abdominal pain, discomfort, diarrhea, and constipation. While the exact cause of IBS remains unknown, certain factors are known to trigger symptoms. Diet is one thing that may impact IBS. While some foods might alleviate IBS symptoms, others can make symptoms worse.Here are five foods that may be the worst for IBS. As you read through the list, keep in mind not everyone has the same trigger foods. What triggers one person may not affect another. Some people with...

5 Foods That Can Trigger Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Symptoms

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that damages the nerves of the central nervous system. This damage disrupts nerve impulses and can lead to ataxia — a condition that affects coordination, balance, and speech. This article outlines the symptoms of ataxia. It also considers the prevalence of this condition...

What to know about ataxia in multiple sclerosis

Bone cancer is a rare type of cancer, which can go undetected for some time before being diagnosed. Although benign (non-cancerous) bone tumors are more common than malignant (cancerous) bone tumors, malignant bone cancer can be an aggressive cancer, and some types grow quickly. Quick progression makes early detection and treatment all the more important.

Bone Cancer Without Knowing: How Long Can It Go Undiagnosed?

For most of us, sinus infections resolve on their own after about five days. Some last longer and require a course of antibiotics. But infections that keep returning after weeks of treatment are considered chronic sinusitis, says endoscopic sinus surgeon Jordan Josephson, MD. Symptoms: Yellow-green discharge, postnasal drip, nasal obstruction,...

Prevent Chronic Sinus Infections

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Ah, cats. Those mysterious, aloof beings that grace our homes with their presence. We feed them, clean their litter, and sometimes, if we’re lucky, they let us pet them. But how do we know if our feline friends actually adore us?

Hidden Signs Your Cat Adores You

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is more than just joint pain; it's a chronic inflammatory disorder that can affect more than just your joints. In some individuals, this condition can damage a wide variety of body systems, including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart, and blood vessels. Understanding rheumatoid arthritis symptoms is crucial for early detection and management. From swelling and stiffness to fatigue and fever, RA symptoms can significantly impact daily life. This post will shed light on 20 key facts about RA symptoms, offering insights into how they manifest, vary from person to person, and how they can evolve over time. Whether you're newly diagnosed, a caregiver, or simply curious, these facts aim to provide valuable knowledge and support for navigating life with rheumatoid arthritis.

20 Facts About Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms

Hearing that your heart is enlarged can be terrifying…but it doesn’t have to be. Many people with enlarged hearts can stabilize their health through medication, lifestyle changes and sometimes surgery, says cardiologist Jie Yang, MD. Understanding this condition will help you and your doctor decide on an appropriate treatment plan.

Enlarged Heart: Symptoms and Causes

To recover after fainting due to anemia, a person should take deep, slow breaths, drink fluids, eat a small, salty snack, and avoid standing too quickly. Anemia occurs when the body cannot produce as many red blood cells as usual due to a lack of iron. Because of this, less oxygen can circulate to areas of the body, including the brain. This may cause a person to faint.

How to recover after fainting due to anemia

Colonoscopies…mammograms…PSA tests…lung cancer screenings—sometimes it seems that every doctor appointment includes a recommendation for some sort of cancer screening. Few patients question this—getting screened for cancer seems the best way to reduce the risk posed by the world’s most feared disease. But is cancer...

Are Cancer Screenings Really Worth It?

Bowel urgency is common during a flare of ulcerative colitis (UC). If it continues into remission, it’s a sign that more needs to be done to manage your UC. Bowel urgency is one of the most common symptoms of ulcerative colitis (UC). For many people, it can be the most distressing symptom of having UC.

What to Know About Bowel Urgency in Ulcerative Colitis

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Learn about eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) and its symptoms, including chronic cough, treatment options, and diagnosis methods.

Can Eosinophilic Esophagitis Be the Reason Behind Your Chronic Cough?

By now, you’ve heard it a thousand times—ultra-processed foods are bad for you. There are mountains of studies linking these foods to an alarming array of conditions and diseases. In fact, the more we learn about ultra-processed foods, the darker the picture gets. These foods now constitute a...

New Science on the Dangers of Processed Foods

Port Richey, FL

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Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

Graves’ disease occurs when the thyroid overproduces thyroid hormones, causing hyperthyroidism. Hashimoto’s disease includes an underactive thyroid that does not produce enough thyroid hormones, causing hypothyroidism. These are two different types of thyroid disease. Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s disease are both autoimmune conditions that affect the thyroid gland....

Graves' disease vs. Hashimoto's disease: What to know

Denver, CO

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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

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

T3D reveals a significant relationship between brain dysfunction and glucose levels, a critical factor in AD. Insufficient glucose levels can lead to an aggressive decline in insight, judgment, memory, and reasoning. Limited research reveals a link between Alzheimer’s disease and type 2 diabetes. Additional research is needed to understand...

What Is Type 3 Diabetes?

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Celiac Disease: Symptoms and Causes

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease caused by your immune system’s reaction to gluten, the protein found in foods containing certain grains, primarily wheat, barley and...

Celiac Disease: Symptoms and Causes

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