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The Difference Between Hodgkin And Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, According To A Doctor – Health Digest
Green said he was on the lookout for the possibility of getting Hodgkin lymphoma because he had mononucleosis as a child, and also has an autoimmune disease. According to the American Cancer Society, these two factors increase your risk for Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Hodgkin lymphoma occurs more often in males, and is more common […]
A Mental Health Expert Shares The Biggest Misconceptions About OCD – Health Digest
Hunter says the many OCD stereotypes portrayed in the media show characters excessively washing their hands or straightening silverware. These stereotypes can cause people to assume that these are the only themes associated with OCD. Hunter says people might not be aware of other OCD themes. “Some examples include fear of offending God, fear of […]
A Mental Health Expert Explains What It Means To Receive A Dual Diagnosis – Health Digest
Although a dual diagnosis doesn’t necessarily include a substance use disorder, Calmann says that 50% of people with a mental health disorder will also experience a substance use disorder. Someone might develop a substance use disorder first, while others might use substances to handle their mental health symptoms. “For example, someone with social anxiety disorder […]
Dermatologist’s Tips For The Night Before A Skin Exam (Including The Activity You Should Skip) – Health Digest
Imagine this: A woman (we’ll call her Sara) treats herself to a manicure and a pedicure. As she walks out of the nail salon, she gets a call from her dermatologist’s office, reminding her that she has an appointment the next day. Annoyed, Sara decides she isn’t going to ruin her mani-pedi for a checkup. […]
What An Expert Has To Say About WaterTok’s Divisive Water Trend – Health Digest
Some TikTok users who’ve had bariatric surgery laud WaterTok to help them with hydration, since carbonated beverages are off-limits post-surgery (via the New York Times). One TikTok user, Erienne Higgins, says she never drank any flavor packets before having bariatric surgery. “I didn’t like anything sweet like that. I could not do it, she said […]
What To Do The Night Before Getting A Tooth Pulled (And What Drink To Avoid) – Health Digest
There are many valid reasons why a person could end up being late for a prior commitment. However, while it’s typically not a big deal to be tardy with an understanding friend, not being on time for a dental appointment can have grave consequences. As Dr. Lipari told Health Digest, when having a tooth extraction, it’s […]
Expert Weighs In On Controversial Prime Energy Drink – Health Digest
To shed some light on the possible health impacts associated with high levels of caffeine consumption, Dr. Michael Tehrani, MD, an internal medicine specialist specializing in geriatrics, spoke exclusively with Health Digest. “Caffeine is a stimulant, meaning it stimulates all our organs to work faster and harder and too much of it can cause our […]
A Doctor Tells Us The Risks Of TikTok’s Red Cabbage Juice Weight Loss Trend – Health Digest
A weight loss journey is about a lot more than sticking to just one type of food — or juice, in this case. While there is no harm in embracing the nutritious benefits of red cabbage and pears as a supplement to an already balanced diet, choosing it as your main meal plan might be a weight […]
The Four Worst Foods For Acid Reflux, According To A Gastroenterologist – Health Digest
While citrus fruit has many health benefits to offer us, it may not be the best choice for those who experience acid reflux. “Citrus fruits … are acidic in nature,” Dr. Brown told us. This is because citrus fruits — such as oranges, lemons, and grapefruits — have lower pH levels. The lower the pH level, the more […]