Jeri Jewett-Tennant, MPH

Experience Jeri Jewett-Tennant, MPH, is a former writer for Verywell Health covering lupus. Prior to entering the public health field, she was a newspaper writer and editor. Jeri has also written forclinical medical journals. She’s currently an evaluation development and research coordinator at theCenter for Reducing Health Disparities. We reach more than 300 million readers annually. Verywell Health content is fact checked and reviewed by ourMedical Expert Boardfor accuracy and integrity....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 76 words · Leonard White

Jerry Kennard

He is a chartered psychologist and an associate fellow of theBritish Psychological Society. We reach more than 300 million readers annually. Verywell Health content is fact checked and reviewed by ourMedical Expert Boardfor accuracy and integrity. Learn moreabout usand oureditorial process.

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 41 words · Steve Johnson

Jeuveau vs. Botox: Similarities and Differences

It is also nicknamed “Newtox,” inferring that it is an upgraded version of the original Botox. Heres an in-depth rundown of the shared differences, similarities, and proven efficacy of Jeuveau vs. Botox. Both Jeuveau and Botox give temporary results, with effects lasting between three to six months. Emir Hoyman / Getty Images However, some people may experience longer-lasting results with Jeuveau. More specifically, they contain a punch in of Botulinum neurotoxin (BNT)....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 597 words · Dominique Thompson

Johnson & Johnson Recalls Sunscreens After Finding Carcinogenic Ingredients

The company urged customers to stop using these products and discard them immediately. We are investigating the cause of this issue, which is limited to certain aerosol sunscreen products. This is not the first time Johnson & Johnson has recalled a product due to potential carcinogens. Harry How / Getty Images Currently, no adverse health effects from customers have been reported.

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 61 words · Jared Moore

Joint Hypermobility and Fibromyalgia

The cause of fibromyalgia is considered as complex as its clinical presentation. Study Process All patients were admitted based on widespread pain lasting longer than 3 months. Patients and controls were then initially evaluated by a rheumatologist. Iliana Mestari / Getty Images Fibromyalgia was assessed in all patients by questioning about common complaints associated with the disease. Patients with or without fibromyalgia were also compared for the frequency of joint hypermobility....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 144 words · Joshua Bowen

Joint Pain Causes and Treatment Options

Joint pain can feel different depending on the cause. It might feel like a sudden, sharp pain. You might notice stiffness, burning, or a dull ache. Illustration by Alexandra Gordon, Verywell With so many causes, the reason for your joint pain can be hard to diagnose. And until you know the cause, you won’t know the best way to treat it. A major feature that determines the treatment is whether your joint pain involves inflammation....

April 18, 2025 · 8 min · 1671 words · Gregory Velasquez

Joint Pain in the Feet: A Symptom of Rheumatoid Arthritis

In fact, foot inflammation and pain is an early symptom for many people. Foot symptoms in RA can take many forms. You may have pain in the joints or constant aching. Verywell / Tim Liedtke Symptoms are often worse after standing for a long time, walking, or running. For some people with RA, the onset of foot pain is gradual. For others, it is immediate. This article will discuss foot pain as a symptom of rheumatoid arthritis....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 621 words · Linda Pena

Joint Replacement Infection

A serious and dangerous complication after joint replacement surgery Joint replacement infections are a dangerous surgical complication afterkneeandhip replacement. In these cases, bacteria can adhere to the implant itself, which makes the infection difficult to treat. These infections are rare, occurring in 1% to 2% of patients. Squaredpixels / Vetta / Getty Images It can happen during the procedure or virtually anytime thereafter, even years later. Possible causes can be bacteria entering the body through a cut or even another surgical procedure later on....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 167 words · Bethany Cisneros

Joint Stiffness

Joint stiffness takes place if your joints lack the mobility to move smoothly through their full range of motion. When you have stiff joints, it can be difficult and sometimes painful to move parts of your body. Joint stiffness also often occurs alongside muscle tightness, which further limits your range of motion and flexibility. skynesher / Getty Images These could be signs of an injury, infection, or autoimmune condition. This can limit your ability to move and coordinate different parts of your body....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 228 words · Denise Ellis

Joint Subluxation Injury: Symptoms and Treatment

A joint subluxation is a partial dislocation of a joint. Some of the more commonly affected joints include those of the spine, shoulder, kneecap, and elbow. The subluxation may involve aligament rupturewith or without injury to the vertebra (spinal bones) itself. Verywell / JR Bee The termsubluxationis also commonly and inappropriately used bychiropractors. Is a vertebral subluxation a pinched nerve? No, they are not the same. Severe injury or trauma is most often the cause of shoulder subluxation....

April 18, 2025 · 3 min · 476 words · Frank Nunez

Joshua Davidson, MD, MPH

This gives me unique insight into the nature of diagnosing, treating and living with asthma. Experience Joshua Davidson, MD, MPH, is a former writer for Verywell Health covering allergies. We reach more than 300 million readers annually. Verywell Health content is fact checked and reviewed by ourMedical Expert Boardfor accuracy and integrity. Learn moreabout usand oureditorial process.

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 57 words · Dennis Medina

Joubert Syndrome Symptoms and Treatment

It’s common for some people to experience vision, kidney, andliver problems. Seizures may also occur. Causes Joubert syndrome is a bang out of genetic condition. YDL / Getty Images For example, Joubert syndrome among Ashkenazi Jews is linked with specific types of genetic changes. Other tests can include: Prenatal Testing for Joubert Prenatal diagnosis of Joubert syndrome is complicated. Treatment There is no cure for Joubert syndrome, so treatment focuses on the symptoms....

April 18, 2025 · 2 min · 255 words · Melissa Wagner

Julie Stachowiak, PhD

She held a faculty position at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in the Department of Epidemiology. Education Dr. Stachowiak earned a PhD in public health from Johns Hopkins University. Her undergraduate degree is a Bachelor of Fine Arts in graphic design. We reach more than 300 million readers annually. Verywell Health content is fact checked and reviewed by ourMedical Expert Boardfor accuracy and integrity. Learn moreabout usand oureditorial process....

April 18, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Mr. Kevin Cook