, MD, is a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University.Dr. Evan Goldstein, DO, is an anal surgeon and the founder of anal healthcare brandFuture Method.Dr. Alyssa Dweck, MD, is a New York-based gynecologist and the author ofThe A to Z for Your V. ...
Although taking expired ibuprofen is not recommended by the manufacturer, the actual shelf-life is likely to be longer than that indicated by the expiry date, with FDA testing showing many drugs are active for years beyond their expiry date, although specific data on ibuprofen is not available....
Hernias can create dangerous situations like obstruction and strangulation, which need emergency surgery. A hernia will not go away on its own and cannot be cured by medicines. If you notice any bulge or swelling on your abdomen orgroin, you should meet your doctor as soon as possible. A he...
You might feel your mental health is worse after having COVID-19. This is not unusual, and the feeling may lift on its own in a few days or weeks. But if it doesn't, this could be a sign ofdepression. Among the symptoms, you may: ...
Remember, you've just undergone a major surgery that involved cutting through many layers of tissue. Feeling sore is normal. Your incision site will likely feel tender for three weeks or longer, but thankfully, any intense pain should go away after about three days post-surgery, per Mount Si...
Last month in one week three healthy children died within ten days of receiving a vaccination. I am not abreast of all the facts, though I suspect at the end of the day, the enormous benefit to the majority, preventing the scourges of polio, small pox and many other diseases, should no...
(i.e. in food), fenugreek isn't generally an issue for pregnant women. It can, however, cause uterine contractions in excess, and is even thought to induce labor sometimes. Because of its interactions with hormones, it is best to avoid any potentially dangerous interactions when it comes ...
Many detox programs, including the master cleanse, promote the use of both sea salt water flushes and also potentially dangerous laxative teas, without warning people about complications that can occur. If you have a hard time going to the bathroom for whatever reason, sea salt flushes are a ...
(To ensure they aren’t hunting in any dangerous spots or raiding your neighborhood garbage dump.)Let your cat chill a little extra As the kittens grow, it’s just as important to give your cat plenty of rest during their pregnancy. Do your best to reduce any stress they might face ...
Testing thyroid hormone levels is the first step in diagnosing a thyroid disorder and determining the appropriate course of treatment. However, I’ve found that many doctors don’t test for Hashimoto’s, despite having their patients present with symptoms of thyroid disease. ...