Tingling or numbness sensation in your legs or feet is not something that one can ignore and move on. It is quite a common complaint that may or may not be a source of concern. Desensitized legs or feet may result from various factors, ranging from a simple sleeping...
Do you wake up in the middle of the night feeling exhausted, like you just trekked through the Sahara Desert? You might wonder, "Why am I so thirsty at night?" "Is it normal?" Well, you are not alone in this! Many people experience dry mouth at night. This phenomenon...
It is quite unnerving to hear a cracking, wheezing sound in your chest when lying down every time to rest. It usually occurs when your airways have a problem, such as inflammation or tube narrowing. This change makes it harder for the air to flow in and out of your...
Dealing with hypertension is not an easy job. Since it’s a chronic condition, it can create tons of setbacks in your daily life, preventing you from achieving your full potential. Not to mention, with all the side effects that come with high blood pressure, living a...
Type 1 diabetes is a chronic medical condition. One that affects more than 37 million people in the U.S., and within that, around 283,000 Americans are under the age of 20. It’s not uncommon for children to suffer from a chronic condition. However, with diabetes,...
It can be scary dealing with chest pain, especially with it being so closely linked to severe heart conditions. But experiencing pain on the left side of your chest doesn’t always indicate it’s a heart attack. Plus, if you’ve already undergone an ECG and everything...
Did you know cholesterol is a substance your body is in dire need of? It’s what helps your cells function in a healthy manner. However, your body only requires a small amount of it. When your cholesterol gets too much, it can lead to severe negative repercussions....
We’ve all had times when we’ve gone to pick something up from the ground only to be left frozen in the spot. With a loud pop, snap, or crackle echoing from your knee, the fear of displacing your kneecap is real. But don’t worry. The sound you hear is known as...
People tend to highlight how important oral and personal hygiene is. But taking care of your hands and feet is just as important. Hydrating your skin, trimming nails, and regularly exfoliating can be life-changing. So much so that if you don’t care for them, you might...
Diabetes is a fairly common disease that hits every 1 in 10 US citizens, and about 1 in 5 do not have any idea that they have it. This condition is characterized and diagnosed with the help of checking sugar levels in the blood. High levels often result in changes in...