Beef Organ Supplement Benefits: Is the Hype Justified?
While organ meats are nutritionally rich, there’s little to no published research on how beef organ supplements affect health. That hasn’t stopped some manufacturers from making numerous claims about beef organ supplement benefits.“Supplements can be sold as if they are good for your health even if there has never been a study of the supplement in humans,” says Pieter...
Is It Always a Heart Attack?
While many doctors like Becker urge the public to err on the side of caution and get immediate medical attention when chest pain appears to be serious, some types of discomfort in the chest may be the symptom of a less serious problem.Adriana Quinones-Camacho, MD, a cardiologist with NYU Langone Health, suggests that if chest pain occurs only when...
What Is Addison’s Disease? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
The only treatment for Addison’s disease is medication to correct levels of cortisol and aldosterone in the body. Cortisol is replaced with a synthetic version, such as hydrocortisone (Cortef), prednisone (Prednisone Intensol, Rayos) or methylprednisolone (Medrol). Aldosterone is replaced with a synthetic version called fludrocortisone acetate.Addison’s disease is a lifelong condition, so you’ll need to take these medications for...
What Is T-Cell Lymphoma?
T-cell lymphoma (TCL) is a rare form of cancer that affects the lymphatic system.e60dc2a1-f33c-4a05-9b50-8e3e8e5976292896150b-d635-48a6-b6ad-cc018b935444 It develops from the abnormal multiplication of T cells, or T-lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell essential for immune system function. The specific treatment course and prognosis for T-cell lymphoma depends on the subtype — of which there are many — and how advanced...
What Are Ultra-Processed Foods?
It’s not hard to tell the difference between an unprocessed ear of corn and an ultra-processed bag of corn chips. But it can be challenging to determine how much processing goes into foods that come boxed, bagged, canned, or frozen.“Food manufacturers are not required to label if food is ultra-processed, and anything boxed, canned, or frozen does not automatically...
What Is an Anal Fistula?
An anal fistula is a tunnel that develops from the inside of the anus to the skin outside. It usually starts near blocked or infected anal glands and forms an abscess (a pus-filled pocket). Pus and fluid collect in this space, which then tunnels to the outside, where it drains.e60dc2a1-f33c-4a05-9b50-8e3e8e597629d46585f3-e129-4c9a-928e-b5c45c3bf066 From the outside, an anal fistula (also called a...
What We Know and What We Don’t
With a measles outbreak in Texas currently nearing 200 cases and claiming at least two lives, public health officials are strongly encouraging vaccination. At the same time, some public health officials, including U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., are touting vitamin A therapy for the reduction of severe measles symptoms.While research supports the...
Medications, Surgery, Rehabilitation, and More
If other treatments haven't provided enough relief, surgery may be recommended. Each surgical approach is different. Your healthcare provider will make recommendations based on how the contracture affects your daily activities.Generally, less involved procedures may mean a quicker recovery, but your symptoms might return sooner, says Claude Jarrett, MD, an orthopedic surgeon based in Wilmington, North Carolina, who specializes in...
Ankylosing Spondylitis Chiropractic Care: Can It Help?
Like any medical treatment, chiropractic care can have side effects. Most people feel temporary soreness, stiffness, or mild discomfort after a chiropractic adjustment. Some may experience headaches or fatigue, but these effects are usually temporary. Though rare, more serious complications can occur, such as herniated discs, pinched nerves, or stroke.For people with AS, the risks of chiropractic care are...
Medical Tests Promoted by Influencers May Be Unnecessary and Risky
Unless you completely avoid social media, there’s a good chance you’ve seen influencer posts promoting direct-to-consumer medical tests like full-body MRI scans or “egg timer” fertility assessments.A new study suggests you should scroll on by.Researchers examined about 1,000 posts from social media influencers with a combined total of more than 194 million followers that touted the benefits of these...
