This article presents information about the fear of the unknown and its common symptoms and causes. It discusses treatments and ways to cope with this mental health condition. Getty Images Symptoms Like many fears orphobias, symptoms may vary between people. Getty Images When it comes to fear of the unknown, much remains unknown. The intolerance of uncertainty is a known factor in hoarding disorder. Treatment Those who experience a fear of the unknown or intolerance of uncertainty may benefit from treatment....

Your son will only eat crunchy foods. Your daughter loves vegetables but refuses to eat fruit. Your toddlergagson anything that is not pureed. Lynn Koenig / Moment / Getty Images Your tween will only eat pizza and chicken nuggets. Grandma says hes spoiled and you just need to be firm with him. Grandpa suggests paying her a dollar if she cleans her plate. Friends tell you the secret to getting kids to eat anything, anything, is ketchup....

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is recommended for people ages 9 to 26. The second HPV shot is given six to 12 months after the first dose. The second shot is administered a month or two after the first. Westend61 / Getty Images The third shot is given six months after the first shot. Dosage Guidelines for Immunocompromised Children Childrenno matter their ageneed to get three doses of the HPV vaccine....

A vaginal discharge is a normal function of a healthy vagina. A typical vagina contains naturally occurring bacteria that create an acidic environment. As part of their self-cleaning process, vaginas produce fluids that then leave the body as normal discharge. KidStock / Getty Images A normal discharge usually appears clear, cloudy white, or a light yellowish color. Normal discharge may also contain white flecks or be thin and stringy. Discharge may appear heavier towards the middle of your menstrual cycle....

Abdominal pain is a relatively common symptom that often doesn’t need treatment. Additionally, conditions involving the appendix, kidneys, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas can cause abdominal pain. For example: Many of these conditions can easily be treated with over-the-counter antacids or other medications. Universal Images Group / Getty Images Pain that radiates down from your chest and feels like heartburnmay be a heart attack. This is especially true if you have shooting pains down an arm, shortness of breath, and/or lightheadedness....

This specialist is called an endocrinologist, specializing in disorders of the endocrine system. This system produces hormones that regulate metabolism, reproduction, and homeostasis. FatCamera / E+ / Getty Images What Is an Endocrinologist? FatCamera / E+ / Getty Images This depends on your diabetes punch in and your individual situation. You know your body and symptoms better than anyone else. Pediatric endocrinologists treat children and adolescents and are used to interacting with children and their families....

Other common causes includeHaemophilus influenzae,Chlamydia pneumoniae,andMycoplasma pneumoniae. Antibiotic drugs, which treat bacterial infections, are the primary form of treatment for bacterial pneumonia. Treatment is started as soon as possible, typically with oral antibiotics taken by mouth. TommL / E+ / Getty Images Milder cases may be treated with a broad-spectrum antibiotic that treats many different bacterial types. Once antibiotic therapy is started, treatment should never be stopped until the course is completed....

Staying home can protect others, while also giving you a chance to recover. Terry Doyle / Getty Images Should You Stay Home? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides guidelines for stopping the spread of infectious diseases. Terry Doyle / Getty Images A common illness that youre probably familiar with isinfluenza(the flu). The flu is brought on by a virus that spreads easily. Many other contagious illnesses can make you sick and that you, in turn, can spread to others....

Its generic name isoxymetazolinenasal. Afrin is sprayed in the nostrils to give temporary relief from nasal congestion caused byallergiesor colds. What Is Afrin Used For? Karl Tapales / Moment / Getty Images Afrin is a decongestant medication used to reduce nasal and sinus stuffiness. It’s commonly used to treatcongestion from the common coldor allergies. Being congested can also cause difficulty breathing through your nose while you’re sleeping and may contribute tosnoringorsleep apnea....

It used to be standard to giveantibioticsto people with late-stagedementiabecause the disease makes infectionssuch aspneumoniamore common. Now, however, some doctors may recommend against antibiotics, believing the risks outweigh the benefits. The strongest antibiotics, which are often needed by people with dementia who haveinfections, are givenintravenously. cstar55 / Getty Images This can be uncomfortable or even painful. Middle or later-stage dementia leads to confusion. When someone doesn’t understand why they have an IV, they often venture to pull it out....

Depending on the situation, both ice and heat can be effective and convenient options for easingknee pain. This article explains knee pain causes and when ice or heat is most appropriate. The most common causes are arthritis, cartilage tears, sprains or strains, and tendonitis. AndreyPopov/Getty Images This condition typically occurs in middle and older-aged individuals. Tears The cartilage in your knee, namely yourmeniscus, can tear following a traumatic injury. These tears usually happen after a plant and twist movement....

How do you know which one you need? Cash said there are many types of laxatives that you could buy OTC at the pharmacy or grocery store. They come in different forms, like oral capsules, tablets, gummies, and liquids. Photo Illustration by Zack Angeline for Verywell Health; Getty Images Caregivers should also talk to their childs provider before giving them a laxative. What Are the Risks? OTC laxatives and stool softeners are safe for most people as long as theyre used according to the instructions....

Research backs supplements like digestive enzymes and probiotics for bloating due to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It’s important to talk with your healthcare provider before relying on supplements to help with bloating and gas. That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. Getty Images / seb_ra Getty Images / seb_ra What Causes Bloating? Gas in your GI tract (or gut) is a normal part of the digestive process....