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On its own, vitiligo is usually notpainfuland is not life-threatening. Some people with the condition choose not to treat it because it does not affect their health or self-esteem. This article discusses different ways to treat vitiligo. Diamond Dogs / Getty Images They may also prevent excessive tissue damage by fighting inflammation. People who use potent topical corticosteroids often regain at least some skin pigmentation after six months. While these creams might be helpful for some people with vitiligo, they do come with side effects....

Although there is no cure forVon Hippel-Lindau(VHL) disease, the symptoms it causes can be treated. Often, the most common treatment is surgery to remove the cyst or tumor causing the problem. However, maintaining a healthy lifestyle can be helpful. mixetto / Getty Images However, discuss any OTC medications or supplements with your healthcare team. Some may interact with medications given for VHL. It can be used when treatment is needed for these tumors, but they dont require immediate surgery....

Wernicke-Korsakoffsyndrome is a neurological condition resulting from a long-term deficiency of vitamin B1 (thiamine). It involves two brain disorders that often occur together: Wernicke encephalopathy and Korsakoff syndrome. Illustration by Julie Bang for Verywell Health What Is Wernicke Encephalopathy? Illustration by Julie Bang for Verywell Health Encephalopathyis a disease that affects general brain health. Early Signs and Symptoms The effects of Wernicke encephalopathy include: What Is Korsakoff Syndrome? Any medical condition that can cause vitamin B1 deficiency can cause Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome....

Wheatgrass is the young grass of the wheat plant. It’s low in calories and contains antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and protein. People often make it into a juice, and it also comes in powder or capsule form. kazoka30 / Getty Images kazoka30 / Getty Images 1. However, more human research is needed to confirm these benefits. Provides Energy Wheatgrass contains B vitamins, which help initiate the process that turns your foods into usable energy....

However, not all of these benefits are backed by research. That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. This makes it difficult to compare research results and draw conclusions. ChristopherBernard / Getty Images A Review.Phytotherapy Research. 2019;14(3):e0214294. ).Current Pharmaceutical Design. Verywell / Getty Images 2017;199:257-315. doi:10.1016/j.jep.2017.02.010. Cellular and Molecular Biology. 2018 Nov 30;64(14):19-24. Verywell / Anastasia Tretiak 2015 Oct 14;20(10):18620-60. doi:10.3390/molecules201018620. 2017 Jul 12;206:306-314....

Diagnosingyeast infectionsis best done by a healthcare provider. The standard test involves a physical examinationthe condition can cause a clumpy white discharge. However, that discharge alone is not enough to diagnose a vaginal yeast infection. © Verywell, 2018 The doctor must also determine whether there is yeast present in the vaginal secretions. They may not have serious long-term health consequences, but they’re uncomfortable. Self-Checks/At-Home Testing Commercially available home tests for diagnosing yeast infections don’t specifically test for yeast infections....

Alistair Berg / Getty Images Why Yoga for Back Pain Is Beneficial Yoga improves strength and flexibility. Strong back muscles are essential for supporting the spine and nerves in your back. Move slowly and carefully to allow your muscles to gradually stretch into position to avoid further injury. Alistair Berg / Getty Images If your bottom hand stops at your shin or ankle, you are performing the triangle pose. Sphinx Pose fizkes / Getty Images...

It is also possible for an STI treatment to fail, erasing the symptoms but not the underlying infection. That’s because any STIs do not exhibit symptoms right away. Both chlamydia and gonorrhea infections are often subclinical (meaning that they don’t produce notable symptoms). Illustration by Joules Garcia for Verywell Health Or, they produce general symptoms that are easily mistaken for other conditions like aurinary tract infection. It is also possible that your partner has chlamydia and unknowingly passed it to you....

When you catch a cold, your immune system jumps into action. Its first job is to fight the infection. As you start feeling better, your immune system is still working. Zinkevych / Getty Images Its next job is to get your body ready to fight off the virus in the future. This job is harder than the first because many different viruses can cause colds. Your body might learn to fight off one, but there are still others that could make you sick....

HIV thrives in certainbody fluids, including blood, semen, vaginal secretions, and breast milk. Most people get infected when exposed to HIV through these fluids. It is important to note that HIV cannot penetrate intact skin. Verywell / Danie Drankwalter HIV infection can occur with just one exposure, particularly in high-risk individuals. With that said, not everyone experiences ARS in the same way. These includetonsillitis,meningitis,herpes zoster(shingles), gastric bleeding, andesophageal thrush. Get our printable guide for your next doctor’s appointment to help you ask the right questions....

Humalog and NovoLog are two brand-name, artificial versions of naturally actinginsulin, insulinlispro, and insulinaspart, respectively. These are used to manage blood sugar (glucose) levels indiabetes mellitus. Undefined Undefined / Getty Images What Is Diabetes? Undefined Undefined / Getty Images Insulin breaks down food into glucose and releases it into the bloodstream. When there are insufficient insulin levels, blood sugar levels rise. They have the exact mechanism of action to reduce blood sugar levels....

Joints are the connection points between two or more bones. They’re made up of bone as well as soft tissues like ligaments, cartilage, and tendons. All joints help hold your bones together, and most allow you to move in different ways. Luis Alvarez / Getty Images A hinge joint, like your knee, allows you to move back and forth. This article discusses the different types of joints and their anatomy....

Human papillomavirus(HPV)is a very common infection often spread through sexual activity. There are two types of HPV infection. Low-risk HPV can causegenital warts. Anchiy / Getty Images How Common Is HPV? HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the United States. However, since the introduction of theHPV vaccine, rates of HPV infection have declined. HPV by Age and Sex There are differences in HPV infection rates among people of different sexes....