How to Cope With Post-COVID Brain Fog

Ponomariova_Maria/Getty Key Takeaways Some people have been experiencing persistent symptoms after having COVID-19. What Is Brain Fog? Some people describe brain fog as not being able to concentrate, focus, or think clearly. Ponomariova_Maria/Getty They may struggle to pay attention, have trouble remembering things, or feel mental exhaustion. Is Brain Fog a Medical Diagnosis? What Causes Brain Fog? It’s not clear what causes brain fog in people who have had COVID-19....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 243 words · Rodney Cochran

How to Cope With the Late Stages of Alzheimer's Disease

These are some of the care needs that will need to be addressed. Look into respite care so you are able to get help and some time to care for yourself. You will also need to learn skills to keep from hurting yourself when you move your loved one. Wavebreak Media / Getty Images You may need equipment such as a transfer belt or a lift. Feeding Serve meals in a quiet environment....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 257 words · Corey Bailey

How to Create an Allergic Asthma Action Plan

Its crucial to have a healthcare provider who will follow your condition and adjust your treatment plan as needed. have a go at notice what locations, situations, or activities trigger your symptoms. Maintenance therapy can help prevent asthma symptoms. Illustration by Julie Bang for Verywell Health But you might occasionally or frequently. haveflare-ups, which are episodes of chest tightness, wheezing, or shortness of breath. But allergic asthma can also cause distressing or evendangerous symptoms....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 182 words · Makayla Fields

How to Cure Melasma From the Inside

While surface treatments formelasmaexist, it’s possible for you to also fight it with a holistic approach. Treating melasma from the inside out targets physical and lifestyle factors linked to the problem. The causes of melasma aren’t fully known. Toa55 / Getty Images Changes in hormoneslike those that occur withpregnancymay trigger the problem. Melasma is not harmful or a sign of disease, but it can affect your quality of life. Dark patches on your face may impact your self-image....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 560 words · Lori Collins

How to Deal With a Narcissist, According to Therapists

So, aretheythe narcissist? Someone who exhibits narcissistic traits doesnt necessarily have a narcissistic personality disorder (NPD). If you have a relationship with someone who has NPD, you might struggle to understand their behaviors. Verywell / Mira Norian. People who have NPD might engage in exploitative actions such asgaslightingand manipulation. Learning to recognize these tendencies can help you better cope with narcissistic behaviors and establish your own boundaries. They may also think others are envious of them....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 144 words · Brian Rojas

How to Deal With an Arrogant Doctor

Many of us have encountered an arrogant or egotistical healthcare provider. Confidence and self-assurance are good traits for a healthcare provider. Here are someideasfor understanding and dealing with difficult healthcare providers. XiXinXing / Getty Images So he’ll use intimidation, or act conceited to cover up that lack of self-esteem. In the schoolyard, this healthcare provider was a bully. In a medical setting, that bully’s intimidation takes the form of arrogance....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 203 words · Alexander Torres

How to Deal With Irritation From Face Masks and Coverings

Face coverings can protect you from getting or spreading airborne diseases like COVID-19. For some people, this protective measure may result in some skin irritation. This can be a real problem, especially for people who must wear face masks all day. Verywell / Alex Dos Diaz Face coverings don’t let air flow around the face. This is one reason why irritation occurs. When you breathe, moisture becomes trapped on your face....

April 18, 2025 · 4 min · 762 words · Lauren Ayala

How to Deal With Razor Burn on Your Legs

Using certain products or changing your shaving techniques can helptreatand prevent razor burn on your legs. Basak Gurbuz Derman / Getty Images What Does Razor Burn on the Legs Look Like? These bumps occur most commonly in the beard area and those with curly hair. Basak Gurbuz Derman / Getty Images Other Hair Removal Options There are options besides shaving toremove hairon your legs. These can be irritating to the skin and cause symptoms like burning and stinging....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 209 words · Michael Gomez

How to Detect an Allergen and Remove It From Your Home

An allergenis a substance that causes an allergic reaction. Some examples of common allergens aredust mites, cat dander, and pollen. More often, they cause bothersome symptoms such as runny nose,congestion, and watery eyes. Peter Dazeley / Getty Images “Eighty percent of asthma and allergy care is given by primary care physicians and pediatricians. Asthma guidelines alone are over 400 pages. Dr. Reinhardt recommends that patients become familiar with their lab results....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 244 words · Joshua Ramirez

How to Determine a Breast Cancer Prognosis

From Tumor Characteristics to a Persons Background Over a quarter of a million people are diagnosed withbreast cancerannually. Multiple factors determine the prognosis or outlook for a breast cancer diagnosis. Their terminology is used when citing these statistics. kali9 / Getty Images Female breast cancer is that reported in a person assigned female at birth. Male breast cancer is that reported in a person assigned male at birth. Stages range from 1 to 4....

April 18, 2025 · 4 min · 694 words · Douglas Davis

How to Determine Your CPAP Settings

If the airway completely collapses, it’s called apnea. If it partially collapses, it’s calledhypopnea. The total number of these events per hour of sleep is known as theapnea-hypopnea index (AHI). Somsak Bumroongwong / EyeEm / Getty Images You might think that severe OSA requires a higher CPAP pressure setting to treat it. Most people require more pressure than this low setting. The average setting often lies between these two extremes....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 313 words · Kayla Hartman

How to Diagnose and Treat a Cough

There are several different types of coughs. Each has distinct characteristics that we can use to help identify its cause. Noting any other other symptoms you may have will be important to help them find a diagnosis. Verywell / JR Bee With a wet cough, you produce mucus and/or sputum. Even the way a cough sounds can give us a pretty good clue as to what is going on. Together, they paint a clearer portrait of the illness....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 221 words · Jordan Bass

How to Diagnose and Treat Multifocal Breast Cancer

There are several different kinds of breast cancer, including multifocal, multicentric, and unifocal. The multiple tumors are usually in the same section, or quadrant, of the breast. Diagnosis methods range from clinical breast exams and mammograms to ultrasounds and biopsies. KARRASTOCK/ Getty Images Options include radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery. KARRASTOCK/ Getty Images What Is Multifocal Breast Cancer? These tumors originate from the primary tumor and are usually located in the same region of the same breast....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 441 words · Robert Chavez