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People often refer toHPVas the “cervical cancervirus.” However, that’s a misnomer. HPV is associated with a number of cancers in both women and men, including anal cancer. shironosov/ Getty Images Anal cancer risk is associated with the practice of unprotected(condomless) anal sex. While the exact cause of anal cancer is not known, there are certain factors that increase the risk. This includes HPV infection. However, just over 10% of anal cancers are not due to HPV infections....

Although there is avaccineto prevent HPV, there is no cure for the virus itself. Home Remedies and Lifestyle There are no home remedies that can directly treatHPV symptoms. How Closely Are HPV and Cancer Linked? Illustration by Zoe Hansen for Verywell Health Nearly all cervical cancers are HPV-related. In fact, many infections will resolve on their own without treatment. In people with HPV, some STIs can facilitate changes in cells that lead to cancer....

you’re free to have agenetic testto determine whether you carry the gene that causesHuntingtons disease. You would also have a clinical diagnosis when you develop symptoms. Having the gene means that you will eventually develop the condition. Advancing Disease If you have already been diagnosed with Huntingtons disease, your condition will likely decline. This will include a detailed neurological and cognitive examination. These scales measure and score your cognitive and physical abilities....

To confirm adiabetesdiagnosis, a healthcare provider should conduct two different tests. Your healthcare provider will explain the results and what they mean. Perhaps you ate too many carbs at dinner or underestimated yourinsulinneeds. Verywell It makes sense to call your healthcare provider if you notice a pattern of elevated blood sugars. This may be done to screen for diabetes or to monitor prediabetes or diabetes. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommends screening for diabetes in all people age 35 years and older....

Blood pressure is measured using a blood pressure cuff andsphygmomanometer. This non-invasive rig detects the pressure inside your arteries. This article discusses how hypertension is diagnosed. Illustration by Verywell It describes how blood pressure is measured and how to ensure accurate results. It also explains the different numerical ranges for hypertension and steps to take to lower high blood pressure. How Is Blood Pressure Measured? Get our printable guide for your next doctor’s appointment to help you ask the right questions....

Cardiac imaging withechocardiogramorcardiac magnetic resonance imaging(MRI) is used to diagnosehypertrophic cardiomyopathy(HCM). Genetic blood testing may also be used to diagnose HCM. This article discusses the process and tests used for diagnosing HCM. Pitchayanan Kongkaew / Getty Images By using a stethoscope, healthcare providers can listen for heart valve closures, murmurs, or otherabnormal sounds. What Is a Heart Murmur? A heart murmur is a sound created by turbulence of blood flow....

Mildhypoglycemia symptomscan be treated with high-sugar foods or beverages or with over-the-counter (OTC) glucose tablets or gels. The American Diabetes Association defines hypoglycemia as a blood glucose level below 70 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). These are simple carbohydrates that don’t need to be broken down much during digestion. Verywell / Laura Porter Hyperglycemia could require diabetes medications to bring your blood sugar back under control. Frequent low blood sugar episodes may also be an early sign ofprediabetes....

Untreated hypoglycemia can be dangerous. It also explains what tests healthcare providers order for people who have never received a diabetes diagnosis. In fact, it’s not uncommon for people with diabetes to experience hypoglycemia once or twice per week. Verywell / Laura Porter This may even happen when they are managing their blood sugar closely. Your healthcare provider will do a physical exam, medical history, and ask you questions about your symptoms....

Tirosint is a liquid gel cap form of levothyroxine that has been on the market since 2011. Monitoring TSH levels are monitored to help optimize the dose of T4. TSH stimulates the thyroid gland to make thyroid hormones. Verywell / Jessica Olah When hypothyroidism is adequately treated, TSH levels typically drop back down into the normal range. So, a mainstay in determining the best dose of T4 ismeasuring TSH levels....

Alisha volunteers with theNational Psoriasis Foundation, where she speaks openly about her own experience with psoriasis at conferences. The first time I realized people viewed me differently was in middle school. I remember beauty becoming important to my peers around age 10. Photo courtesy of Alisha Bridges / Designed by Julie Bang / Verywell I started to notice the stares and whispers. At that time, my skin was about 90% covered with flares from plaque andguttate psoriasis....

My health journey began 33 years ago when I was pregnant with my second child. I went into preterm labor at 26 weeks pregnant and was rushed to the hospital. Thankfully, my son was fine, but this event started me on a health journey I didnt expect. Julie Bang / Verywell I remember the doctor asking me if I knew that I had a heart murmur. I had never had a heart problem before....

Amanda Lopez is an ambassador for the National Eczema Association. She works actively in both patient and research advocacy. Ive hadeczemamy whole life. As a newborn, my mother noticed my face was unusually red but didnt think much of it. I was officially diagnosed with eczema when I was 4 years old. Learn more about how I discovered my eczema triggers and ultimately found a way to manage them. What Are My Eczema Triggers?...

It may also be brought on by bacteria or parasites, though this is less common. It causes symptoms that include diarrhea and vomiting. A stomach bug usually lasts for a few days. Verywell / Ellen Lindner However, diarrhea can go on for as long as one to two weeks. However, these two conditions will be treated differently. Catching a flare-up early is important. It is a highly contagious condition. It gets passed from person to person usually through the fecal-oral route....