Different types of substance use disorders can have a wide range of symptoms. Treatment may involve an inpatient or outpatient program depending on each person’s situation. A person may be more likely to develop a substance use disorder if one of several factors are present. Illustration by Michela Buttignol for Verywell Health Adolescence is a particularly risky time due to thedeveloping, not-yet-mature brain. Treatment There are several levels of intensity of substance use treatment....

Once a tolerance is developed, the body does not respond the same way unless the amount consumed increases. When an individual who is addicted to drugs stops using them, they can experience withdrawal symptoms. Medical treatment is available to help reduce symptoms. NoSystem Images / Getty Images Addiction vs. Substance Use Addictionis a risk of substance use. For example, someone may use alcohol to unwind after work. This is substance use....

This includes tendons, cartilage, and muscle. These cancers can occur anywhere in the body. Other locations are seen in the rest. FatCamera / Getty Images Staging Treatment for cancer depends largely on the staging of the cancer. The specific throw in determines the kind of treatment a person will receive. The pleomorphic throw in typically develops in the extremities and is chiefly seen in adults. While rhabdomyosarcoma can occur in adults, it is very rare....

Sudafed and Mucinex are popularcoughand cold medications that relievecongestion. However, they are part of separate drug classes and work in different ways. This article will discuss the differences and similarities between Sudafed and Mucinex. Getty Images / Smith Collection/Gado / Contributor It helps to relieve stuffiness andsinus congestionor pressure due to the common cold or seasonal allergies. It loosens mucus and thins secretions in the lungs. This can help reduce chest congestion andmake coughs more productive....

Sudden cardiac arrest symptoms include sudden loss of consciousness, responsiveness, breathing, and pulse. This may be preceded by dizziness,shortness of breath, a racing heartbeat, or abnormal breathing. Some people experience no warning signs at all. Jaromir Chalabala / EyeEm / Getty Images Any delay in care increases one’s risk of death. Nearly 90% of them are fatal. Symptoms When sudden cardiac arrest happens, the person usually collapses and stops responding....

Experiencingsudden hearing lossin one ear can be frustrating. It can be resulting from a tumor, a head trauma, or other health problems. Sudden hearing loss may also accompany other symptoms, including ringing ears (tinnitus) and dizziness. AscentXmedia / Getty Images SSHL is brought on by loss of sensitivity in the nerves in the ears. Usually, materials like earwax or fluid buildup over time, so the hearing loss is not sudden....

While this is good advice, using sugar substitutes instead of regular table sugar may not be the answer. And if you have diabetes, you are at increased risk of thyroid disease. When these conditions occur together, they can also exacerbate each other’s symptoms and interfere with treatment. Bill Boch / Getty Images The complex links between these two disorders are not fully understood. Avoiding excess added sugar and fructose is an important part of keeping your glucose in the recommended range....

Allergies to sulfa drugs are common. This article explains sulfa allergy symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment. It also covers how to tell the difference between sulfa allergy and sulfite allergy. DermNet /CC BY-NC-ND What Is a Sulfa Allergy? Sulfa allergies are allergic reactions to sulfonamide drugs. If someone is sensitive to sulfa, the most common reactions manifest on the skin as rashes. DermNet /CC BY-NC-ND However, symptoms can also be more severe....

Sulfur burps are burps that have a rotten egg smell. They occur when you have too much hydrogen sulfide gas in your digestive tract. Infrequent sulfur burps are typically harmless. Illustration by JR Bee for Verywell Health They may be the result of something you ate and can usually be cured with home remedies. This gas is expelled by burping or asflatulence(farts). Sulfur burps happen when the digestive tract creates a gas called hydrogen sulfide....

Summer colds are mainly due to enteroviruses and rhinoviruses. Colds may be less expected in summer, but they’re not unusual. That said, colds don’t usually cause symptoms like loss of taste or smell or difficulty breathing. Martin Leigh/Cultura/Getty Images What Causes Colds in Summer? There are more than 200 different viruses that cause colds. The most common group of viruses that infect humans and cause colds are rhinoviruses. While rhinoviruses survive best in cooler temperatures, they can still circulate and cause colds in summer....

Spending more time outdoors during the summer months can be hard on your eyes if you wearcontact lenses. Consider the following tips for contact lens wearers to help you enjoy those long summer days. Wearing sunglassesin the summer can help make your eyes feel relaxed and comfortable. Hero Images / Getty Images And there’s an extra reason to wear sunglasses when you have your contact lenses in. Contact lenses need adequate lubrication to function properly....

What Is Sundowning? Sundowning sometimes seems to develop suddenly as evening approaches. Thus, different approaches by caregivers for different times of the day may be needed. José Antonio Jiménez age fotostock / Getty Images In Which Stage of Dementia Does Sundowning Behavior Develop? What Causes Sundowning? There are several theories as to what triggers sundowning. These include the following: Which Interventions Should Be Used to Help in Sundowning? Approaches that are individualized to each person are the best way to respond to, prevent and minimize sundowning....

Sunflower oil can be a healthy option when used at the right temperature. Abraham Gonzalez Fernandez / Getty Images What Makes Sunflower Oil Potentially Harmful? Omega-6 and High Oleic Content Omega-6 fatty acids serve various bodily functions. Abraham Gonzalez Fernandez / Getty Images However, moststandard Western dietscontain much higher levels of these nutrients. Oleic acid is a chemical compound in animal and vegetable fats and oils. However, when consumed in excess, the opposite effects can occur....