Cold weather brings all sorts of illnesses that can affect your lungs—bronchitis is just one of them. Bottom Line Personal asked Elaine Chen, MD, a...
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Managing Chronic Prostatitis and Pelvic Pain
Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) is perhaps the most perplexing male genitourinary disorder. Affecting an estimated 7% to 12% of men, CPPS is the...
Prebiotic vs. Probiotic: What’s the Difference?
Prebiotics, probiotics and the latest category, postbiotics, are components of a chain reaction that ultimately benefits your health. Bottom Line Personal asked Kelsey Mangano, PhD,...
What Are Digestive Enzymes and How Do They Work?
Most people think of digestion as a function that takes place in the stomach, but it actually begins as soon as you start chewing. Saliva...
Why is My Ear Ringing all of a Sudden?
Tinnitus—a persistent buzzing, hissing, whooshing or ringing sound in the ears—is a cause of considerable frustration for around 15% of the US population. For some...
Saw Palmetto: Unlikely to Help, Unlikely to Harm
Bothered by symptoms associated with benign prostate enlargement (BPH), many men seek relief by turning to over-the-counter supplements like saw palmetto extract, what they consider...
The New Flu Strain: Shield Yourself from Severe Sickness
Each fall and winter brings a new flu season and with it new iterations of the influenza virus. This year, a new flu strain is...
5 Early Signs of Diabetes
You may have heard that excessive thirst and frequent urination are warning signs of diabetes. That is true, but like so many other chronic conditions,...
Why Is My Pee Cloudy? 11 Reasons Why
Cloudy urine could be a clue pointing to a health problem—or it might reflect nothing more than your recent diet. Below are eleven potential explanations...
Are Shaky Hands Cause for Concern?
Have you recently asked yourself, Why do my hands shake when I hold something? Or maybe you notice that your hands shake more when you’re...
What Is Causing My Dry Cough at Night?
Does a cough keep you up at night? Bottom Line Personal turned to Jonathan Parsons, MD, director of The Ohio State University Cough Program, to...
What Gets Rid of Heartburn Fast at Home?
If you’ve ever felt that fiery burn rising from your stomach into your throat after a meal, you know how miserable heartburn can be. Here’s...
