Alcoholism is a serious problem, but it’s especially dangerous for men. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), about nine million men in the United States (or about one in every 10 male adults) have an alcohol use disorder (AUD). If you’re close to someone who abuses alcohol, it’s essential to […]
What are eyelid twitches? An eyelid twitch, or myokymia, refers to a repetitive, involuntary spasm of the eyelid muscles. A twitch usually occurs in the upper lid, but it can occur in both the upper and lower lids. For most people, these spasms are mild and feel like a gentle tug on the eyelid. Others […]
What is a urinary tract infection (UTI)? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of the urinary system. This type of infection can involve your urethra (a condition called urethritis), kidneys (a condition called pyelonephritis) or bladder, (a condition called cystitis). Your urine typically doesn’t contain bacteria (germs). Urine is a byproduct of our […]
Cycling is beneficial for your health in many ways: it improves fat loss and insulin sensitivity without requiring any special dieting; increases heart rate variability, which lowers the risk of conditions like diabetes and hypertension; prevents brain cell death caused by not getting sufficient aerobic exercise (and studies show that exercise alone is not […]
Methamphetamine, also known as meth is a potent central nervous system stimulant that is mainly used as a recreational drug. Crystal methamphetamine is a form of the drug that looks like glass fragments or shiny, bluish-white rocks. It is chemically similar to amphetamine, a drug used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and narcolepsy, […]
What Does EtOH Stand For? EtOH is an abbreviation which stands for ethanol alcohol, a simple alcohol similar to what is found in cleaning products, antiseptics, and alcoholic beverages. EtOH can also refer to alcoholic beverages, especially those distilled from grain substances. EtOH generally contains a bit of alcohol mixed with other inert substances. This […]
Q. The Main Focus Of NIH’s Conflict Of Interest Policy Is? Answer: Financial conflicts of interest The National Institutes of Health is the primary agency of the United States government responsible for biomedical and public health research. It was founded in the late 1880s and is now part of the United States Department of Health […]
What are fake drugs? A fake drug, also known as a counterfeit drug is a medication or pharmaceutical item which is produced and sold with the intent to deceptively represent its origin, authenticity, or effectiveness. A fake drug may contain inappropriate quantities of active ingredients or none, may be improperly processed within the body (e.g., […]
On those rough days, it’s way too easy to turn to a heap of comfort foods. But they always seem to come at a price. Caving to unhealthy cravings often means bellyaches and a heavy feeling that just may end your day early. Occasional bloating, belching, gas and abdominal pain are all signs your digestive […]
What is post-coital bleeding? Post-coital bleeding also known as (after sex) bleeding is vaginal bleeding that occurs within 24 hours after sexual intercourse. Normally you should only have vaginal bleeding when you have a period, but if you have irregular periods, you may not be sure if the bleeding is normal or not. If you […]
