Skin Conditions Cellulitis is an infection of the skin and tissues below it. Most often, cellulitis occurs on the arms and legs or on the face. Signs & Symptoms * Red, swollen, painful, tender, and warm skin. * Red lines that spread from the wound. * Swollen lymph nodes near the wound. * Chills and […]
Women’s Health The cervix is the lower, narrow part of the uterus. Cancer of the cervix can occur at any age. It occurs most often in women who are over 30 years old. It is rare in women under the age of 20, but is also common in women in their 20s. Signs & Symptoms
Women’s Health Pap tests, pelvic exams, and a test for human papillomavirus (HPV) check for early signs of cervical cancer. If you are a female, start getting Pap tests at age 21 or within 3 years of the onset of sexual activity, whichever comes first. After that, get a Pap test at least every 3
Women’s Health Chest pain can be a warning sign for many things. It is often linked to a heart attack, especially in men. Women should be just as concerned. Heart disease is the number one cause of death for women in the U.S. Signs & Symptoms Angina With this, the heart does not get as
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Heart & Circulation Problems Heart Attack Signs & Symptoms * Chest pressure, squeezing, burning, tightness, or pain (may spread to the arm, neck, back, tooth, or jaw). * Chest discomfort with: Shortness of breath; sweating; nausea; fast or uneven pulse; lightheadedness; fainting. * Chest pain that does not respond to medicine for a person with
Sexual Health Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are ones that pass from one person to another through sexual contact. This can be from vaginal, anal, or oral sex, and from genital-to-genital contact. STIs are also called sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Signs & Symptoms For Females In females, chlamydia can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). This can
First Aid With choking, the airway is partly or completely blocked. When it is completely blocked, the brain doesn’t get oxygen. Without oxygen, the brain can begin to die in 4 to 6 minutes. Signs & Symptoms When a person’s airway is completely blocked, he or she: * Can’t talk. * Can’t breathe. * Can’t
First Aid Signs & Symptoms First-degree burns affect only the outer skin layer. The skin area appears dry, red, and mildly swollen. First-degree burns are painful and sensitive to touch. They should feel better in 1 to 2 days. They heal in about a week. Second-degree burns affect the skin’s outer and lower layers. The
Heart & Circulation Problems Controlling LDL-blood cholesterol levels lowers the risk for coronary heart disease. LDL-cholesterol is called “bad” cholesterol because high levels of it lead to a buildup of cholesterol in the arteries. To lower LDL-cholesterol, lose weight if you are overweight; limit saturated fats found in fatty meats high-fat dairy products, and desserts.
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Cancer Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of death in the U.S. Many cancers can be cured if detected and treated early. Along with avoiding tobacco products, a healthy weight, regular physical activity and eating a healthy diet greatly lowers cancer risk. Get screening tests for cancer (e.g., breast, colon, prostate, etc.) as advised by
