People who enjoy a break from allergy symptoms in the cold winter months often dread the return of spring. Moreover, seasonal allergies may increase the incidence or severity of respiratory symptoms in adults and children with asthma. Pollen released by trees and other plants during the spring is a common allergen. Get our printable guide for your next doctor’s appointment to help you ask the right questions. Pollen is central to plant reproduction and easily inhaled as fine, powdery particles that drift in the air....

Anger can indicate an underlying concern Its entirely normal for kids to throw tantrums, especially before age 6. Usually, frustration and distress are at the core of anger issues in kids. Most kids grow out of tantrums between the ages of 4 and 6. Sven Jacobsen / Getty Images If your child continues to have tantrums after that, it can be a sign of anger issues. Children who routinely hurt themselves or others or destroy property should have a professional mental health evaluation....

Who Should Not Use EOs? Just because essential oils are available OTC does not mean they are safe for everyone. Always consult a healthcare provider before using essential oils for athlete’s foot. Svitlana Romadina / Getty Images Tea Tree Oil Tea tree oilis derived from the tea tree, native to Australia. People commonly use it for skin conditions, including athlete’s foot. In addition, tea tree oil increased KTZ’s antifungal activity....

Bedbugs are parasitic insects that survive by feeding on the blood of other living things, most notably humans. When a bedbug feeds on a person, they do so by biting the skin. In some cases, it can take days for a reaction to occur to a bedbug bite. Kinga Krzeminska / Getty Images In many cases, a bedbug bite doesnt require treatment. However, to ease the symptoms that occur, its best to treat them quickly....

Treatment should always start with ensuring the safety of everyone involved, including the cat. How to Treat a Cat Bite Basic first aid skillsare useful in treating a cat bite. Since cat bites are often deep, they pose a risk of infection. Rengim Mutevellioglu / Getty Images Cat bite may seem innocuous enough, but they have the potential to transmit certain diseases. The concern is greater if the cat is stray or feral....

Chikungunyais a virus (CHIKV) spread by bites from infected mosquitoes. There have been no reported cases of locally acquired chikungunya in the United States or its territories since 2019. Fever and joint pain are the most common symptoms of chikungunya. sakchai_R / Getty Images The best protection against chikungunya is to take measures to prevent mosquito bites. A vaccine is available in the United States. Start of Chikungunya Rash and Virus Symptoms Most people who become infected with chikungunya experience some symptoms....

This article looks at the cold and flu medications that are safe and those you should avoid. Ingredients on the labels fall under two categories: inactive and active. Both alcohol and sugar can raise yourblood glucose levels. Tom Stewart / Getty Images They may be listed under “inactive ingredients” on the label. Recap It’s harder to manage blood sugars when you’re sick. Cold and flu medications can affect your blood glucose levels....

As with any treatment program, always talk with your healthcare provider before initiating any specific treatments. Modifying the way you perform particular activities can help to alleviate pressure on the inflamed bursa. It may help to work with a physical therapist (PT). Juri Pozzi/Stocksy United Anti-Inflammatory Meds Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs(NSAIDs like Motrin, Aleve, Naprosyn, etc.) Oral anti-inflammatory medications can be extremely effective, but they should be taken with caution. Always follow the instructions on the label unless directed otherwise by your healthcare provider....

In treatinghyperventilation syndrome, the most essential component of the plan is calm. Set the Tone Patients with hyperventilation syndrome may have anxiety disorders that cause erratic or dangerous behavior. Mostly, they’re just scared. Pollyana Ventura / Getty Images Use an even voice and demeanor to address the patient. If you are calm, it will be easier for the person experiencing over-breathing to feel calm, too. There are manycauses of shortness of breaththat can lead to breathing patterns that are similar....

The treatment varies by thecauseand may include changes in diet and lifestyle. Severe or recurrent cases may require prescription drugs that helpnormalize blood pressure. For some people, blood pressure classified as low may be a normal condition with no overt consequences. Laura Porter / Verywell If hypotension is asymptomatic or only causes mild symptoms, treatment is rarely needed. In many cases, all you may need to do is drink plenty of fluids and lie down....

It can have an important impact on growth, development, and behavior in affected youth. What are some of the symptoms associated with sleep apnea in children and adolescents? What unique treatments exist for these groups? Stephen Simpson / Getty Images What Is Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea? Obstructive sleep apnea is characterized by pauses in breathing that occur during sleep. It affects approximately 1 percent of children. Obstructive sleep apnea is often due to facial anatomy that contributes to a blockage of the airway....

Opioids are painkillers containing a substance chemically similar to the alkaloids that are found in the opium poppy. Prescription medications that contain opioids includemethadone,Percocet, Vicodin, Demerol, Dilaudid, andfentanyl. Studies have shown that many physicians do not know their patients are experiencingconstipation when receiving opioids. Ekaterina Smirnova / Getty Images Virtually all patients receiving opioids report havingdigestive side effects. Up to 40 percent may have constipation. In general, havinghealthy bowel movementscould mean going anywhere from three times a day to three times a week....

Acute otitis externa, more commonly called swimmer’s ear, isan infection of the outer ear. It tends to occur in the summer months when people are more likely to go swimming. For example, depending on the cause of the infection, antibiotics may be of limited use. Dörthe Dräger / EyeEm / Getty Images A timely diagnosis by a medical professional is essential to help prevent the condition from developing. As previously mentioned, otitis externa is an infection of the outer ear....