Recurrent Vaginal Yeast Infections

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Recurrent Vaginal Yeast Infections

A while back, I started suffering from recurrent vaginal yeast infections. Whenever I got a yeast infection, my stomach hurt. I also experienced pain during urination. Tired of feeling bad all of the time, I scheduled an appointment with my trusted physician. This medical professional recommended I make some positive lifestyle changes. For instance, my caring doctor told me to begin wearing cotton underwear, drinking lactose free milk, and eating yogurt. My physician also recommended I take a probiotic every day. On this blog, I hope you will discover some of the most common, effective treatments for chronic medical issues.

Diabetic? A Few Things You Need To Know About Getting A Massage

25 August 2016
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Getting a massage can be a great way of relaxing, relieving stress, and pampering yourself. If you are diabetic, you can experience the same benefits of a massage. However, there are a few things you need to be aware of before showing up for your massage therapy appointment. Low Glucose Levels Most of the time, you are worried about how high your blood glucose level is. Because a massage can lower your stress and make you relax, it has also been shown to lower your blood glucose level by 20 to 40mg/dl. Read More …

Infected Hair Follicles

10 August 2016
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Men and women can fall prey to folliculitis, an unsightly and irritating skin condition that can be exacerbated by shaving or the chafing of your clothes. For some people, this seemingly minor issue can bloom into a real problem, causing red and itchy pimples to erupt over large areas of your body. If you notice signs of this condition, you can take steps to improve and sometimes eliminate it. Causes Read More …

Dem Bones (And Muscles): How Technological Advancements In Orthopedics Can Help You

2 June 2016
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Orthopedics is the branch of medicine that deals with musculoskeletal problems, treating everything from infections to tumors to blunt-force trauma. Though orthopedics in some form or another has been around for centuries (first named in 1741, when the practice primarily focused on helping children), it is a continuously evolving practice, with new discoveries, methods, and products being implemented everyday. If you're curious as to how these new technologies can help ease any musculoskeletal issues in your own life, then here's what you need to know. Read More …

What Are The Advantages And Disadvantages Of CIC Hearing Aids?

2 June 2016
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

If you've recently discovered that you have hearing loss and are looking into your hearing aid options, one that you're going to come across quite often is CIC hearing aids. CIC stands for "completely in canal." These hearing aids are completely placed inside the canal of your ear – there's no external component. Read on to learn more about the pros and cons of CIC hearing aids so you can make an informed decision as to whether or not they're best for you. Read More …

4 Things You Need To Know About Granular Parakeratosis

2 June 2016
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Granular parakeratosis is an itchy skin condition that affects the folds of the skin. Here are four things you need to know about granular parakeratosis. What are the signs of granular parakeratosis? If you have granular parakeratosis, you'll see hyperkeratotic (thickened) lesions on your skin folds. These lesions can present as either papules, which are pimple-like lumps, or plaques, which are scaly and flat. These lesions are itchy, and they can also cause a tingling sensation in the area. Read More …