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… Overview After a traumatic event, you may develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) . YouYour body goes into a "survival" mode. After the event, when you no longer need to act, your anger goes away. But if … and fearful about things that may not be dangerous. What you can do Here are some ideas for dealing with your …
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… page: What is breast engorgement? Breast engorgement means your breasts are painfully overfull of milk. This usually occurs when a mother makes more milk than her baby uses. Your …
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… page: What is staph foodborne illness? Staph foodborne illness is … typically come on quickly. How severe they are depends on your susceptibility to the toxin, how much contaminated food … These kinds of drinks should not be used to rehydrate. When you feel like eating again, start with small amounts of …
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… Rhinitis On this page: What is non-allergic rhinitis? Rhinitis is swelling and … the nose and sinuses may also occur. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will examine you and ask about your symptoms, such as how and when your symptoms started and what has made them worse or …
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… Basics What is hemochromatosis? Hemochromatosis happens when too much iron builds up in the body. Your body needs iron to make hemoglobin, the part of your …
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… Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is giant cell arteritis? Giant cell arteritis (say … that the immune system is attacking the body's own tissues. Your genes may play a role in this. For example, people … is the most common symptom. Pain in the jaw, especially when you chew. Vision problems such as double vision or …
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… Foods On this page: Overview Overview What is organic food? Food that is labelled "organic" has … Some countries, including Canada, have rules that govern when a farmer or rancher may use the organic label. Before a … is organic. Look for the organic logo or seal . What do you need to know about organic food? Many people have these …
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… Overview There are many reasons why you may not want to get treated for post-traumatic stress … Here are some reasons people don't seek treatment and what you can do about them. "It's hard to schedule and find … "I can't get there." Look at your schedule and find when it would be easiest for you to see a doctor or …
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… page: What is C. perfringens foodborne illness? C. perfringens … it? In most cases, C. perfringens foodborne illness results when you eat improperly cooked and stored foods. Normally, …
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… Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is nursemaid's elbow? Nursemaid's elbow, also called … supports the radial bone then slips into the elbow joint. When this happens, the radial bone can't move back into its … joint. What causes it? Nursemaid's elbow usually occurs in young children. It happens when a young child is pulled or …