Rhinostat is a nasal spray kit meant to assist people in gradually weaning off of topical decongestants. It was created to help patients experiencingrebound congestion(rhinitis medicamentosa or nasal spray addiction). There are four different types of Rhinostat. Echo / Cultura / Getty Images The kit includes two bottles. The first contains an exact formulation of the decongestant you have been using. The second contains this same formulaminus the active ingredient....

Stress fractures occur when bone cannot withstand the accumulated physical stress of a particular activity. The most common symptom of a rib stress fracture is gradually increasing pain directly over the injury. A rib fracture typically causes pain that is focal (not widespread). Hero Images / Getty Images The pain may be worse with exertion, deep breathing (pleuritic pain), or coughing. The symptoms of a rib stress fracture can be confused with symptoms of other ribcage conditions....

Is there a better option? But does this method work? How to Treat a Sports Injury with R.I.C.E. zoff-photo / Getty Images If you need a wrap for more than three days, see a healthcare provider. You may have a serious injury. This method is touted so often that you might think there’s a lot of evidence supporting its use. Rather, this method caught on despite a lack of research....

Rice water as a hair rinse has become a popular beauty trend that originated in Asian cultures. Rice water is the liquid left afterricehas been boiled or soaked. Anecdotes can be found about the promising benefits of rice water, but scientific evidence is lacking. Larisa Stefanuyk / Getty Images This article will discuss the possible benefits and risks of using rice water. It will also cover circumstances when rice water should not be used....

Ricketsis a medical condition that causesbonesto become weak and soft. There are two types of rickets: one sparked by a nutritional deficiency and the other hereditary. Rickets symptoms typically present in childhood and can cause lifelong effects. Photo composite by Michela Buttignol for Verywell Health; Getty Images This article will discuss rickets symptoms, complications, and how to identify the condition. It will also discuss the relationship between rickets and osteomalacia....

Riding a bike after knee replacement surgery may be recommended as a part of your rehabilitation treatment. In fact, most people can start riding a stationary bike in as little as two weeks after surgery. Your physical therapist can show you how to do so safely. Paul Bradbury / Getty Images This article discusses bike riding after knee replacement surgery. This can help to reduce pain and improve your strength andrange of motion(ROM)....

Liver The liver is the detoxification organ located in the right upper quadrant. It filters out toxins from the blood. Some symptoms include: The Right Kidney Kidneyshelp to remove waste from the body through urine. Vladimir Vladimirov / Getty Images The right kidney, located in the right upper quadrant, can develop problems and lead to pain. When the gallbladder is diseased, it can lead to pain in the right upper quadrant....

bymuratdeniz / Getty Images Anatomy of the Heart The heart is made up offour chambers. A wall of muscle called the septum separates the left and right atria and the left and right ventricles. Right-sided heart failure that is secondary to a pulmonary condition is called “cor pulmonale.” bymuratdeniz / Getty Images Medication, along withself-careanddietary changesmay be enough to help address symptoms in some cases. Symptoms include shortness of breath, swelling of legs, feet, and abdomen, and fatigue....

Though rimming is considered pleasurable by people of allgendersand sexual orientations, there are risks associated with the practice. This includes the risk of getting a bacterial or parasitic infection throughcontact with feces(poop). Severalsexually transmitted infections (STIs)can also be spread through oral-anal sex. Frank and Helena / Getty Images Safer sex practices, including the use of dental dams, can greatly reduce the risk. Frank and Helena / Getty Images Slang Terms Who Does Rimming?...

This article discusses the causes, symptoms, and risks of ring avulsions. What Is Ring Avulsion? A ring avulsion comes up whenever the ring crushes into the finger and is ripped away. Vstock LLC / Getty Images It may not look like theres much damage, but the finger could be injured beneath the skin. Sometimes, several layers of skin are pulled off during the accident. If blood vessels are damaged, the blood supply to surrounding tissue can be cut off....

How to Identify and Treat Ringworm Ringworm is a skin infection sparked by a fungus. It’s easily identifiable by a circular, ring-shaped rash. Children are especially susceptible to ringworm. Verywell / Laura Porter Ringworm can also be passed from animals and pets, especially puppies and kittens. It is even possible to get ringworm from objects (by sharing hats, for example). This article will explain how to recognize, treat, and prevent ringworm....

ampueroleonardo / Getty Images What Makes Plantains Healthy? Plantains are a starchy fruit with a variety of health benefits. While they may look like bananas, they taste different and have different nutritional profiles. ampueroleonardo / Getty Images This can, in turn, help manage associated conditions likehigh blood pressure(hypertension). Vitamin C is a vital nutrient, meaning you must get it through your food. It is an antioxidant that prevents illness and serious diseases like cancer and heart disease....

But lifestyle factors also influence your chances of developing RA, including smoking and obesity. you could prevent RA by changing any risk factors that are modifiable. Early treatment slows or stops progressive joint damage. © Verywell, 2018 Non-Modifiable Risk Factors Rheumatoid arthritisaffects some groups of people more than others. These groups define the non-modifiable risk factors of age, gender, andgenetics. Aging weakens the immune system, making you more vulnerable to autoimmune disease....