Spitz Nevus (Mole): How It Looks and When to Remove One

A Spitz nevus isnt cancerous. Reproduced with permission from DermNetdermnetnz.org2023. Spitz nevi usually appear as only one lesion, but they can also develop as multiple lesions. Reproduced with permission from © DermNetdermnetnz.org2023. A Spitz nevus typically has the following characteristics: Spitz Nevus in Children vs. In adults, a Spitz nevus is usually darker in color, somewhere between brown and black. Where the Spitz nevus develops is often different for children and adults....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 329 words · Kelly Moore

Splenectomy: Everything You Need to Know

Surgical removal of thespleenis a splenectomy. Partial splenectomy is less common than removal of the whole spleen. These procedures may be done to treat spleen enlargement, anemia, cancer, ruptured spleen, and more. SEBASTIAN KAULITZKI / Science Photo Library / Getty Images Emergency surgeryis usually needed as a life-saving treatment after a traumatic spleen rupture. SEBASTIAN KAULITZKI / Science Photo Library / Getty Images What Is a Splenectomy? This may happen if the surgeon discovers that the organ is significantly enlarged while they are operating....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 533 words · Michael Cain

Splenic Flexure Syndrome: What You Need to Know

This article will discuss splenic flexure syndrome, including its symptoms, possible causes, diagnosis, and treatment. It will also highlight self-care strategies to optimize your care and how you feel. South_agency / Getty Images What Does Splenic Flexure Pain Feel Like? South_agency / Getty Images A person with splenic flexure syndrome may feel pain that is a sharp or cramping pain. It can be mild to severe. It is felt in the upper left abdomen....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 222 words · Geoffrey Nelson Jr.

Splitting Headache

A “splitting headache” typically equates to a severe headache. This article will review the symptoms, causes, and treatment of a splitting headache. Likewise, several unique symptoms may accompany a splitting headache. Primary vs. One worrisome cause is a potentially life-threatening condition called asubarachnoid hemorrhage. This is a pop in ofbrain bleedin which blood collects in the space between the brain and the skull. A subarachnoid hemorrhage can cause athunderclap headache....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 193 words · Kelly Carroll

Sports Drinks Aren't Always Good for Hydration

Many popular sports drinks on the market, however, are either isotonic or hypertonic. Water is generally a good drink choice for most exercise up to 60-90 min, Rowlands said. How to Think About Hydration Staying hydrated is key to keeping the body functioning properly. LeoPatrizi / Getty Images Individual hydration needs can vary based on activity level. During a workout, our bodies sweat to help cool us down. Some athletes sweat more than others, especially if they’re working out in a hot or humid environment....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 272 words · Paul Montgomery

Sports Massage: What It’s For and What to Expect

Sports massage is focused and systematic, targeting muscles that are used in a specific sport. Regularmassage therapyfocuses on general relaxation, stress management, and pain reduction. A sports massage therapist can assist with training, rehabilitation, and pre- or post-performance goals. nattrass / Getty Images What Is a Sports Massage For? A sports massage session is specifically tailored to an individuals needs. More research is needed on the positive effects of sports massage....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 230 words · Amanda Richards

Spotting and Bleeding With Depo-Provera

Depo-Provera is discreet and convenient. It is 99% effective when used correctly. Any imbalance in these hormones can cause spotting. TEK IMAGE / Getty Images There is no way to predict who will experience theseside effectsor how severe they might be. It can also be delivered by oral tablet, transdermal patch, or intravaginal ring. Research has shown that while estrogen provides short-term relief, the effects generally return when treatment stops....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 209 words · Susan Farmer

Spotting vs. Period

It’s typically different from the bleeding during your period, which tends to be heavier and more consistent. This article will discuss the symptoms of spotting and menstrual periods and the causes of spotting. Verywell / Jessica Olah How Do You Know If Its Spotting or Your Period? Verywell / Jessica Olah It may also be called a menstrual period, menstrual cycle, or menses. During this time, blood flows from thevagina....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 512 words · Jill Gutierrez

Spravato Nasal Spray Can Now Be Used Alone for Treatment-Resistant Depression

Under that approval, patients had to take an oral antidepressant alongside Spravato. Now, the nasal spray can be used on its own. How Effective Is Spravato? Photo Illustration by Amelia Manley for Verywell Health; Spravato In the clinical trials that supported the original Spravato approval, researchers compared esketamine to an oral antidepressant. Those requirements can make it more difficult to access Spravato. Sanacora said that the Spravato efficacy data had to clear a high bar to win FDA approval....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 369 words · Tim Lowery

Spring Cleaning? Don't Miss the 10 Dirtiest Places in Your Home

As you do, consider areas where germs accumulate that are usually missed during routine cleans. In the kitchen, people often get sick from contact withSalmonellaorE. These can spread through surface contact, and some bacteria can survive on household surfaces for weeks to months. urbazon / Getty Images Molds and mildews also occur in damp and moist places, Vyas said. These can cause reactions that have serious side effects, Noble explained....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 187 words · Melissa Young

Squamous and Basal Cell Carcinoma Surgical Margins

Simple surgical excision (removal) is the most common method used to treat both primary and recurrentskin cancertumors. Removing the margin maximizes the chance that all the cancerous cells will be removed. Margins for Basal Cell and Squamous Cell Carcinomas Primary and recurrent tumors get treated with marginal excisions. DermNet / CC BY-NC-ND BCC can be disfiguring, but rarely metastasizes beyond the tumor, though it can occur. Suspected BCCs should be examined and treated, and should not be ignored....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 161 words · Kimberly Rogers

Squamous Cell Carcinoma Stages

It begins in the squamous skin cells located in the top layer of skin called theepidermis. This article will explain how squamous cell carcinoma is staged and what other factors affect prognosis. The TNM system is a uniform system for staging many types of cancer. Wavebreakmedia / Getty Images TNM stands for: What Are the 5 Stages of Skin Cancer? Staging is an important tool used to treatskin cancer. To determine if your cancer has spread, your physician may recommend several diagnostic tests....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 360 words · Jane Smith

Squatty Potty: 5 Benefits of an Angled Pooping Position

The Squatty Potty and other defecation postural modification devices offer a solution. Typically, the puborectalis muscle stays flexed when standing or sitting to maintain continence (prevent stool leakage). By elevating your feet, waste can pass more smoothly through the anus and rectum. Roy Morsch / Getty Images This posture straightens the rectum and anus, creating a smooth passage for waste. Ultimately, the decision to try the Squatty Potty is personal....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 163 words · Kelly Spears