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“When a new neurological symptom develops in multiple sclerosis, one that isn’t related to an infection and lasts for more than 24 hours, it is considered to be an MS relapse,” explains Devon Conway, MD, a neurologist at the Mellen Center for Multiple Sclerosis at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. Relapses are caused by inflammation in the central nervous system, and remissions occur as the inflammation dies down. But not every episode of symptom worsening in MS is a relapse....

Since 2011 when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first approved the use of Xarelto to treat blood clots, the drug has been prescribed more than 44 million times in the United States alone. The medication is commonly used to help prevent blood clots in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and for people who have had surgery for a knee or hip replacement. When lawsuits were first filed about five years ago, Janssen Pharmaceutica (a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson) closely reviewed its labeling information and decided that it clearly communicated Xarelto’s benefits, according to company spokesperson Sarah Freeman....

It turns out there are actually a lot of women who worry that their neutral face is not so neutral – they know they may look stand-offish, angry, or even mean. Concerns run so high, some seek dermatological interventions and even plastic surgery to put their lips into more of an upturned smile. “There is no formal term ‘perma frown’ in dermatology, but it probably gets used in offices regularly when a patient comes in complaining about it, or a dermatologist is trying to explain to the patient what her options are for addressing her concerns of people always thinking she looks sad or angry," said Jessica J....

The place was packed with unmasked customers, and we waited anxiously for our order, N-95s tethered to our faces. Our toddler, on the other hand, was quite thrilled to roam a new indoor space amid new people to run around. Limited mostly to outdoor social gatherings for much of the pandemic, he squealed while teetering by strangers’ legs and pulling at wrapping paper tubes and picture books of trucks. My partner and I nervously hovered over his newfound explorations, but we also felt pangs of joy at these novel opportunities for socialization....

“My doctor — the same one my parents have — kept a watchful eye on me and strongly suggested I try to lose some weight and exercise as much as possible to avoid medication,” says Mastrojohn, 47, a senior vice president at Goodfuse, a communications company in New York City. “I lost nearly 20 pounds and was exercising regularly — weight lifting, playing pickup basketball games, etc. — and was very fit....

Here are 10 strange but true facts about our sense of smell: People can detect at least one trillion distinct scents. Scientists thought that the human nose could only detect about 10,000 different smells, but that information was based on a study from 1927 and very outdated. This year, researchers from Rockefeller University tested people’s sense of smell by using different mixtures of odor molecules. The results, published in the journal Science, showed that the nose can smell at least one trillion distinct scents....

Mania and hypomania share the same symptoms, according to Mayo Clinic, which include: Feeling unusually upbeat, euphoric, or irritable, with increased energyElevated moodA decreased need for sleepRacing thoughtsTrouble concentrating or distractibilityPoor judgment In cases of mania, these symptoms are severe enough to cause significant problems in your day-to-day life. For instance, you might be unable to go to work or school, or you may be compulsively spending money. Hypomania is considered a less severe form of mania....

It’s normal to experience a slight drop in your metabolism every year during adulthood, says Robert Ziltzer, MD, an obesity medicine physician at the Scottsdale Weight Loss Center in Arizona. In addition to a sluggish metabolism, women may also find it difficult to eat healthy as they juggle responsibilities at work and at home. Plus, premenstrual symptoms, which can include fluctuating weight, tend to get worse for women in their late thirties, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH)....

Researchers examined helmet fit for 273 players ranging in age from 7 to 12 years old who were on teams in four recreational youth football leagues in the southeastern United States. To assess helmet fit in the new youth football study, researchers used a 13-criteria checklist: The helmet appears in good conditionAll padding is in placeAll snaps and screws are in placeNational Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) football and sticker or logo is visibleHelmet fits head snugly all sidesHelmet covers the base of the skullCrown of helmet is 1 to 2 fingers above eyebrowsHelmet does not impinge neck movementHelmet does not cover eyes when pressing downChin straps have equal tensionFace mask does not slip when pulled left to rightFace mask does not slip when pulled up and downSkin on forehead moved with helmet front to back and left to right...

Still, it can be difficult to quit, especially because most people making the effort will experience symptoms of nicotine withdrawal. The good news is that by developing a plan in advance — and specifically, picking a “quit day” — you can increase the chances that you will stay smoke free for good, says Douglas E. Jorenby, PhD, the director of clinical services at the University of Wisconsin Center for Tobacco Research and Intervention in Madison....

RELATED: 8 Things I Didn’t Know About Rheumatoid Arthritis Until It Happened to Me Despite all the research that’s been done, who may develop severe rheumatoid arthritis and joint damage and whose joint damage will slow over time still remain somewhat of a medical mystery. “I don’t know when I see someone over the first two or three visits how serious it will be,” says John J. Cush, MD, a professor of internal medicine and rheumatology at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas....

“Side effects from antidepressants depend on the class of medication you are using, but in most cases when we talk about side effects, we are talking about SSRIs,” says Madhukar Trivedi, MD, a psychiatry professor and director of the Depression Center at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. According to a report in the journal Psychiatry, about 40 percent of people taking antidepressants have side effects, and about 25 percent of those side effects are considered very bothersome....

Even if your Crohn’s diagnosis is recent — as many as 23 percent of people with IBD are diagnosed at age 60 or older, suggests a study done in Sweden and published in February 2018 in the journal Gastroenterology — there are special considerations for older adults compared with younger people. For example, older adults are more likely to be managing more than one health condition and taking multiple medications, which can impact Crohn’s treatment....

“One of the challenges that we face is that many patients with diabetes also have other conditions, such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol, and those conditions require medication that can raise blood glucose levels,” says Eva M. Vivian, PharmD, professor of pharmacy at University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Pharmacy. RELATED: Try These 8 Best Snacks for Blood Sugar Control But just because a medication can raise your blood sugar doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t take it....

And here’s what makes it extra refreshing: Tea is rich in antioxidants and naturally low in calories, according to the T.H. Chan School of Public Health, making it a great addition to a healthy diet. Observational studies have shown that drinking 2 to 3 cups of tea per day may help decrease the risk of stroke, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease, according to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, although more research is needed....

RELATED: What Is Coconut Oil, and Is It Good for You? But which oils should you use, and how? What’s the difference between them? Read on for more information about how natural oils can help give you radiant, healthy skin. Rajani Katta, MD, a clinical assistant professor of medicine and board-certified dermatologist at Baylor College of Medicine in Bellaire, Texas, says that we have “centuries of experience” to show that it is uncommon for natural oils — including coconut oil, olive oil, and sunflower seed oil — to cause allergic reactions....

Although salads conjure up images of fresh, tender young greens and plump red tomatoes, there are plenty of variations that showcase the best of autumn’s harvest. The medley of fall flavors might make you forget why salads are so good for you — mainly because they tend to be low in calories but rich in filling fiber, a nutrient an estimated 95 percent of Americans fail to get enough of, according to past research....

Signs and symptoms of cellulitis include skin redness, pain, tenderness, and warmth. Severe infections may additionally cause blisters, nausea, fever, and confusion. (2) Cellulitis can occur in both children and adults, and it’s not an infection you can treat yourself. If you suspect you have cellulitis, see your doctor or a dermatologist without delay. Most likely you’ll receive a prescription for oral antibiotics, but in some cases, intravenous antibiotics must be given in a hospital....

All these are complaints of people who have hyperhidrosis, a condition in which the body’s cooling centers are turned up so high that they sweat to an extreme — sometimes up to 5 times more than normal, according to the International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHHS). The condition affects an estimated 365 million people worldwide, and types of the condition vary depending on where the sweating is happening. Most often, the sweating occurs in underarms, feet, hands, and the face or the head, notes the IHHS....

Winner, the author of A Complete Illustrated Guide to Cooking With Arthritis, was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis more than 20 years ago. Despite her physical limitations, she typically cooks dinner five nights a week. When it comes to making meals, Winner finds one of the biggest difficulties is battling fatigue. “When you prepare food, it takes a lot out of you. It really does,” she says. RELATED: The 10 Best Arthritis Blogs to Keep You (and Your Body) Moving Tasks that most people consider simple — such as slicing vegetables, lifting a pot, or opening a container — can be hard if you have joint pain and swelling....