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Monophobia is the irrational fear of being alone. The fear is so intense that it impacts daily functioning. The fear is so intense that it impacts daily functioning. Yellow Huang / EyeEm / Getty Images Loneliness itself, however, can be a component of many mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression. Situational phobias occur under conditions that are generally not threatening or concerning to most people. When people with monophobia are faced with the idea of isolation, they’ll likely experience symptoms ofsevere anxiety....

Noise is a commonly reportedheadache triggerfor people who are prone to headaches. While noise is not the cause of the headache, it can exacerbate a headache that is already starting. It is more precisely noted as an exacerbating factor rather than a trigger. Cecillie_Arcurs / Getty Images The Mechanism Behind Noise-Triggering Headaches The precise mechanism behind how noise exacerbates a headache is unclear. A Word From Verywell Everyone is different when it comes to headache triggers....

Paranoia and delusions can sometimes develop in people who are living withAlzheimer’sor other types of dementia. What Is Paranoia? Paranoia is an unrealistic fear or concern that harm is imminent or that others are out to get you. DElight E+ / Getty Images Some people experience paranoia if they have a psychiatric disorder like schizophrenia. Others develop it in relation to different medical conditions, including Alzheimers, other types of dementia ordelirium....

Lifestyle is also an important part of your treatment plan. Verywell / Alex Dos Diaz Stress Management While peptic ulcers are resulting from theH. pyloribacterium, stress may also play a role. Verywell / Alex Dos Diaz These behaviors can also worsen symptoms in those who already have this diagnosis. Learning to manage stress in healthier ways can help to keep uncomfortable peptic ulcer disease symptoms at bay. In addition to the website, there is a free app and a paid version with more advanced options....

Gentle skin care can also help with itchiness and flaking. Studieshave shown seborrheic dermatitis has a significant impact on the quality of life of those who have it. Appearance plays a role in how people feel about themselves. Doble-d / Getty Images This makes sense, because the face is what is shown to the world every day. Younger people seem to be more emotionally affected by the condition than those who are older....

Coping With the Emotional Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) Eczemadoes not simply involve having skin discomfort. It can have a profound impact on a persons mental health, emotional state, and overall well-being. A hallmarksymptom of eczemaisextreme itchinessthat often keeps a person awake at night. franckreporter / Getty Images Often, the rash appearspredominately on the face, causing embarrassment and for some, extreme problems with self-image. What Is Atopic Dermatitis? Atopic dermatitis is the most common form of eczema....

If left untreated, it may be life-threatening. This article explains cor pulmonale causes and how the condition is diagnosed. To make matters even more confusing, symptoms of cor pulmonale often develop as the underlying lung condition worsens. KatarzynaBialasiewicz / Getty Images COPD is the most common cause of cor pulmonale, but there are others as well. Common causes of cor pulmonale include: Is Cor Pulmonale Related to COPD? COPD is a common cause of heart failure,especially cor pulmonale....

However, the research evidence for these and other cordyceps benefits (including anti-aging properties) remains inconclusive. That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. However, much of the research on cordyceps has been completed on animal models or in lab configs. Verywell / Getty Images May Enhance Athletic Performance Research into the performance-enhancing effects of cordyceps yields mixed results. Researchers believed the results meant that cordyceps might increase an athlete’s tolerance to high-intensity exercise....

Anaphylaxis requires the immediate use of an epinephrine auto-injector likeEpiPen, and further medical attention. It’s easy to tell if some foods have corn in them, like cornstarch or popcorn. However, corn can also be hidden in many other foods and products. Verywell / Zorica Lakonic Corn products are also very common in processed foods. It also lists foods and other products to avoid with a corn allergy. How Frequent Is Corn Allergy?...

Corns and calluses are patches of thickened skin. They can occur anywhere on the body but are mostly found on the hands and feet. Corns and calluses are typically painless and feel like hardened areas of skin. F.J. Jimenez / Getty Images Severe calluses or corns may hurt, which can affect your ability to walk. They may also become infected or cause skin and tissue damage. Pain and swelling are signs of an infected corn or callus....

Some people get breakouts from taking corticosteroids Steroidacneis a skin breakout that takes place if you takeprednisoneor anothercorticosteroid. Verywell / Laura Porter What Is Prednisone? What Does Steroid Acne Look Like? Verywell / Laura Porter It can happen to anyone taking steroids, regardless of age. Steroid acne is commonly associated with two forms:Acne vulgarisandMalassezia folliculitis. It often appears as uniform lesions. It’s triggered by the overgrowth of a yeast called Malassezia in and around hair follicles....

Corticosteroids are used to treat inflammation in various inflammatory, respiratory, andautoimmune disorders. Also called glucocorticoids or just steroids, they mimic a hormone calledcortisolthat the body produces at times of stress. Steroids rapidly reduceinflammationand an overactive immune response. Tom Grill / The Image Bank / Getty Images For certain chronic conditions, likemultiple sclerosisorasthma, low-doseoral or inhaled corticosteroidscan be used safely on an ongoing basis. This article discusses corticosteroids, how they work to relieve inflammation, and what they are used to treat....

Gardasil 9 is a vaccine that helps protect against nine types ofhumanpapillomavirus(HPV). HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) out there. In most cases, HPV goes away on its own. Pornpak Khunatorn / Getty Images When HPV doesn’t go away, it can lead togenital wartsandcertain cancers. Children without insurance can get the vaccine free through the Vaccine for Children (VFC) program. Research shows that HPV is often acquired soon after the first sexual encounter....