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Fainting (syncope) is a suddenloss of consciousnessfrom a lack of blood flow to the brain. This article explains the symptoms of fainting and many possible reasons why it can happen. It details diagnosis and treatment options, and offers some tips on how fainting may be prevented. Illustration by Joshua Seong for Verywell Health Most people will suddenly feel flushed and warm, become weak, and lose consciousness. This can have a number of causes, including pain or stress....

This article goes over what can cause cholesterol test results to be inaccurate. What Cholesterol Tests Measure A standard cholesterol test is also called a blood lipid test. Ask your healthcare provider if a non-fasting cholesterol test might be an option for you. Andrew Brookes / Getty Images Reasons For Inaccurate Cholesterol Test Results Cholesterol tests are helpful, but they are not perfect. And sometimes, results are simply wrong. Here are a few reasons why that can occur....

This is especially true of historical figures for which final words both humanize them and add to their mythology. After serving two terms as the nation’s first president, Washington retired to his Virginia plantation in 1797. Congestive heart failureis believed to have been the cause of Adams' death. Chris Raymond Jefferson’s last words are often cited as “Is it the Fourth?” in reference to the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence....

Vitamins are classified as either fat-soluble or water-soluble based on how the body absorbs and stores them. Both types are essential for health, as they support a variety of bodily functions. Consult a healthcare provider before taking a new vitamin supplement. Jeffrey Coolidge / Photodisc / Getty Images What’s the Difference? These are the key differences between fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins. Why Are Water-Soluble Vitamins Safer? Toxicity is far more common in people trying to increase their intake through supplements....

However,fatigueis one of the most common side effects. It also worsens as treatment continues. Fatigue does affect everyone differently. John Fedele / Getty Images Why Does Radiation Therapy Cause Fatigue? The degree of fatigue generally varies depending on the amount of tissue irradiated, as well as the location. Radiation therapy may not be the sole culprit of fatigue. Fatigue also is a symptom of cancer itself and the mental stress associated with being a cancer patient....

Think low-cholesterol desserts aren’t worth eating? Here, top nutrition experts share their secrets to satisfying a sweet tooth with something delicious and heart-healthy. She also suggests snacking on frozen blueberries or dunking fresh strawberries in a little fat-free dark chocolate syrup. Westend61 / Getty Images Enjoy sweets moderately, the key beingenjoy," notes Trivas. Addalmond extract, and some dark chocolate powder, and mix all together. I did not change anything else!"...

Its neither a drug nor a wellness regimenits a pulsing beam of light. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes muscle and joint pain all over the body. It affects about 2% of people in the United States. BanksPhotos / Getty Images Scientists dont yet know a cause or cure for the condition. Existing medications for fibromyalgia can be relatively ineffective and come withserious side effects. This is a group [of patients] that has never had options....

With a once-a-day pill, patients with substantial hair loss may see hair regrowth within months. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition that interferes with the bodys ability to grow hair. People think, Im sure its terrible for teenagers. Verywell Health / Design by Amelia Manley / Getty Images Ill tell you, it is terrible at all ages. I have patients who are in their 70s who are in tears about their alopecia areata....

Because Phesgo is given as an injection, it’s possible to receive at home from a healthcare professional. It’s also much faster, only taking about five to eight minutes to administer. How Does It Work? *Drazen_ / Getty Images* How Is Phesgo Administered? Only a healthcare professional, such as a registered nurse, can give a patient Phesgo. The healthcare professional can administer Phesgo in your home or in a medical facility....

This doesnt mean they will be asymptomatic, but it will help the specific patients we are worried about. For the most recent updates on COVID-19, visit ourcoronavirus news page. Food and Drug Administration.Coronavirus (COVID-19) update: FDA approves first COVID-19 treatment for young children. Lara Antal / Verywell 2020;6(5):672-683. doi:10.1021/acscentsci.0c00489 Gilead Sciences.Study results with VEKLURY (remdesivir). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.People with certain medical conditions.

Reach out to your doctor to learn more about your treatment options. Cabenuva Could Potentially Help Prevent HIV Cabenuva consists of cabotegravir and rilpivirine. However, he expects that ViiV Healthcare will file for approval of this treatment relatively soon. Karl Tapales / Getty Images The FDA has tried to be very responsive to HIV," Volberding says. “Partly, this is due to activist pressure. The federal agency approved Vocabria, an oral (tablet) formulation of cabotegravir, along with Cabenuva....

These can be expensive and often require patients to routinely visit a provider to be treated and monitored. Even oral immunosuppressant options can increase the risk of infection and other undesirable side effects. I’m very excited to talk to my patients about this drug. Lara Antal / Verywell These participants all had moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. On average, they experienced psoriasis for 17 years on a quarter of their bodies....

Its groundbreaking and going to be life-changing for people who are suffering from a chronic autoimmune condition. What Is Vitiligo? Vitiligois an autoimmune disorder that causes patches of skin to lose pigmentation or color. Lara Antal / Verywell This form of vitiligo appears in white patches symmetrically on both sides of the body. Opzelura is owned and manufactured byIncyteDermatology. Vitiligo affects a lot of people and even patients of color who tend to have darker skin complexion....