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Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an infection from an overgrowth of vaginal bacteria. Your vagina always has a basic amount of bacteria (called flora) that is healthy and natural. The increase of less common bacteria upsets the natural balance of the vagina and can cause uncomfortable symptoms. BV is prevalent among women and has been identified as the most common cause of abnormal vaginal discharge. A study found that 23%–29% of women experience BV. Risk factors for BV include having multiple sex partners, douching, pregnancy, and smoking. BV risk can increase around menopause for women due to hormonal changes. This article discusses bacterial vaginosis in menopause and its causes and risk factors. Chinnapong/Getty Images Bacterial Vaginosis and Menopause Bacterial vaginosis is very common among women from puberty to menopause. During menopause, women undergo changes in their hormone levels. BV can appear for the first time or return as

For a parent, few things are worse than dealing with a baby who has a cold. Sure, the common cold seems innocent enough, but for a sick infant or a young toddler? It takes on a whole different meaning. They're miserable because they don't feel well and they have no way of expressing that other than crying. They desperately need extra rest to feel better, but they're too uncomfortable to get it. The first thing you need to do is figure out how to help a baby breathe better when they have a cold, and then — once they're a little more comfortable — you can tackle how to get them to sleep better, too. It sometimes seems like there's almost no relief you can offer to a baby with a cold. They can't have cold or cough medicine, doctors aren't quick to give a prescription medicine for a viral infection. Babies and very little toddlers don't yet know how to blow their nose (and probably don't respond well to your attempts at using a tissue, either). Basically

Migraine is a complex brain condition that affects nearly 1 billion people globally. Migraine is more than a strong headache. It can cause debilitating effects that can linger for days and disrupt daily life. Fortunately, today there are many treatments to relieve migraine symptoms. Medications are one tool along with other support options to provide relief. Fioricet is a combination medication that has been around for many years and is approved to treat symptoms of tension headaches. While it's sometimes used for migraine, there are better choices available. In this article, we'll discuss the uses, side effects, and other important information you need to know about Fioricet. Fioricet is the brand name multi-ingredient medication that's used to treat some types of headaches. It's also available in generic form. Fioricet contains: butalbital 50mg acetaminophen 300mg caffeine 40mg It's FDA-approved to treat symptoms of a common type of headache known as tension head

Steven Reinberg WEDNESDAY, Aug. 24, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- Fewer Americans are turning to sleep medications to fight insomnia. After a dramatic rise in prescriptions for drugs like Ambien, the trend has ebbed, according to a new study, and fewer doctors are prescribing sleep medications. Use of these sleep aids dropped 31% between 2013 and 2018, researchers found. "There are several possible reasons for this decline; for example, there's a greater awareness of the potential dangers in the use of these medications," said lead researcher Christopher Kaufmann. He's an assistant professor in the Department of Health Outcomes and Biomedical Informatics at the University of Florida. "Also, there's been a recent upsurge in behavioral treatments for improving sleep that don't have the potential adverse outcomes that some medications might have," Kaufmann said.

The initial years are extremely crucial for the baby's development. The parents need to ensure extra care towards the baby's health as they are more sensitive and prone to catching illnesses. The immune system of a baby is not evolved enough to fight the sickness and disease-causing factors. The baby being frequently sick and disturbed is a common and unavoidable circumstance. However, it's always better to be aware and equipped to fight common illnesses. Also Read - Gas Problem: 5 Home Remedies For Those Who Can't Stop Bloating or Farting Mentioned below are the 5 common illnesses that babies are prone to catch. Cold: This is the most common illness that babies are exposed to several times a year. It's because babies are not immune to viruses. The symptoms go away within a few days and are not very serious. The treatment is to ease the symptoms and visit the doctor to check for other causes.  Roseola: It is caused by the Human Herpesvirus type 6 (HHV-6) t

15 Jul Dermatology Researchers Test First Topical Gel for Treatment of Molluscum Contagiosum MedicalResearch.com Interview with: Dr Dilip Kachhawa, MD Department of Skin & Venereal Disease Dr Sampurnanand Medical College Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India MedicalResearch.com:  What are the main findings? Molluscum DermNet image Response: Molluscum Contagiosum (MC) is an infection caused by molluscipoxvirus. It is difficult to study since the virus only survives in human skin, and therefore there isn't an animal or cell model to study potential treatments. Molluscum lesions appear as raised, domed shaped skin-colored lesions and can occur anywhere on the body but are most common on the face, neck, arms, legs, and abdomen. Sometimes there are few lesions, but clusters of several lesions can appear. Children are the most likely to get molluscum, and the virus is highly contagious, transmitted by direct contact with infected skin or contaminated objects

There are many possible causes for a rash on the inner thigh. Skin-on-skin friction can cause chafing, or a close shave may result in razor burn. In some cases, inner-thigh rashes result from an allergic skin reaction or a disease like genital herpes. This article will explore some possible reasons you might develop a rash on your inner thigh, how these different rashes look and feel, and what you can do to treat them. Jomkwan / Getty Images Symptoms The symptoms of an inner-thigh rash depend on the cause of the rash. Common symptoms of a rash include: Fungal rashes can appear with small raised bumps or blisters or with dry and scaly skin. A bacterial rash can appear with pus-filled blisters called pustules and a fever. Viral infections can cause a rash to develop with round, red, and raised patches called a maculopapular rash. Inner-Thigh Rash Causes Certain areas of the body are more prone to contact with irritants, whi

correction A previous version of this article included the incorrect year that "A Thousand Acres" was released. This version has been corrected. My 1991 novel, "A Thousand Acres," was inspired by my understanding that the most fertile topsoil, perhaps in the world, in north-central Iowa, was being poisoned by pesticides and fertilizers. I thought someone would care. Judging by what Beth Hoffman discovered when she moved to Iowa with her husband more than 20 years later, there are plenty of people who care, but they don't matter, because the banks and the Big Ag companies have made change — and therefore resurrection — impossible. In her book "Bet the Farm," Hoffman boils down the problems of American farming to one small unhappy incident: Her father-in-law, Leroy, "had kept cows in the same pasture for several months every winter and spring to calve, and now, fifty years into the practice, the pasture was a muddy, manure-filled bog in the spring,

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Drowsiness, tiredness, and dry mouth may occur. Stomach pain may also occur, especially in children. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. If your doctor has prescribed this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: difficulty urinating, weakness. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side ef

Abstract Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-associated invasive fungal infections are an important complication in a substantial number of critically ill, hospitalized patients with COVID-19. Three groups of fungal pathogens cause co-infections in COVID-19: Aspergillus , Mucorales and Candida species, including Candida auris . Here we review the incidence of COVID-19-associated invasive fungal infections caused by these fungi in low-, middle- and high-income countries. By evaluating the epidemiology, clinical risk factors, predisposing features of the host environment and immunological mechanisms that underlie the pathogenesis of these co-infections, we set the scene for future research and development of clinical guidance. Main The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic has rapidly spread across the globe, accounting for almost 300 million cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) so