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Puberty refers to the time when a childs body goes through physical and emotional changes to become sexually mature. Changing hormone levels trigger the start of puberty and cause several physical changes. Children assigned male at birth experience a growing penis, body hair, and a deepening voice. Illustration by Mira Norian for Verywell Health Children assigned female at birth experience growing breasts, widening hips, and periods (menstruation). Puberty’s meaning often needs to be understood or clarified....

For most healthy adults, it is short-lived and without consequence. Despite its nickname, the stomach flu is not due to an influenza virus. Also, it is not a stomach infection but usually an intestinal infection. Illustration by Zoe Hansen for Verywell Health Complications Excessive vomiting and diarrhea can lead to dehydration. Dehydration can usually be prevented or managed, if treated properly. Your stool and vomit may contain viruses for up to two weeks after you recover....

Casts are often an important part of the management of broken bones. However, problems can arise when wearing a cast. These issues may go unnoticed and worsen unless you spot the signs and report them to your healthcare provider. ER Productions / Blend Images / Getty Images This article looks at some of the potentially serious problems that can occur while wearing a cast. It also lists the signs and symptoms that warrant an immediate visit to your healthcare provider....

Others may find that approach too extreme and opt for a more gradual reduction of sugar intake over time. Reading Nutrition Labels When trying to reduce sugar in your diet, reading nutrition labels can help. Though somenatural sugarsfrom fruit or milk are fine, give a shot to keep added sugars to a minimum. Luis Alvarez / Getty Images Added sugars are listed underneath total carbohydrates on a food label. Additionally, read the ingredients list to look for the source of sugar in the product....

Chronic liver failure happens over time and can be sparked by several different conditions. In both instances, liver failure can be fatal. boonchai wedmakawand / Getty Imagea Signs It’s essential to know the signs your liver is dying. boonchai wedmakawand / Getty Imagea The signs of liver damage will start when the liver cannot carry out one of its jobs. These signs will vary from person to person. Signs of acute liver failure appear suddenly and rapidly progress....

Learn about work-related burnout, contributing factors, how to combat and prevent burnout, and more. This can negatively impact other employees and workplace culture and carry over to life at home. In terms of employee health, burnout can increase the risk of mental health conditions such asanxietyanddepression. Nitat Termmee / Getty Images What Does Burnout Feel Like? Burnout can feel different to different people. It often includes feeling physically, mentally, or emotionally drained....

Symptoms ofchickenpoxinclude rash, fever, swollen lymph nodes, abdominal pain, and others. The classic chickenpox rash is red and itchy. Spots quickly fill with fluid, break open, and turn crusty. © Verywell, 2018 In some people, particularly adults, the non-rash symptoms will appear before the rash does. In kids, the rash is often the first sign of chickenpox. These are often non-specific and easily mistaken for things like flu. Alex Tihonovs / EyeEm / Getty Images...

However, they differ in their uses and effectiveness for other conditions. Getty Images / Vasil Dimitrov Similarities Prozac and Zoloft are bothselective serotonin reuptake inhibitors or SSRIs. Both medications work by preventing the reuptake ofserotoninstorage in nerve cells of the brain. Getty Images / Vasil Dimitrov As a result, more serotonin is available to transport chemical messages between neurons. How Do SSRIs Work? SSRIs help treat depression and anxiety byincreasing serotonin levels in your brain....

Drinking enough water during the day can be a struggle, creating questions about how to drink more water. There can be some potential barriers to staying hydrated including taste, convenience, time, and yourdaily routine. Every persons water needs vary, so theres no hard and fast rule about how much to drink. Water is best to stay hydrated, but its understandable if you don’t like the bland taste. Dont reach for other types of drinks or mix-in powders....

Complex carbohydrates come from whole grains and vegetables like sweet potatoes. Simple carbohydrates are found in everything from tablesugarto fruit. Both types of carbs give your body energy. James and James/Photolibrary/Getty Images Because simple carbs are easier to break down, they give you a short burst of energy. Complex carbs, which take longer to digest, provide a lasting source of energy. What Are Carbohydrates? Carbsare nutrients present in the food you eat....

Zocor and Lipitor are both effective at loweringlow-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, considered “bad” cholesterol. Statins are grouped by intensity based on their LDL-lowering ability. The higher the intensity, the greater the percentage the statin can lower LDL. Francis Dean/ Contributor / Getty Images Lipitor is available in higher-intensity doses than Zocor, which is available in low-intensity and moderate-intensity strengths. Main Similarities and Differences Which Is More Effective for Lowering Cholesterol? When atorvastatin is dosed at 4080 mg once a day, it is considered a high-intensity statin....

Migraines can cause pain anywhere on the head and face, though they are often one-sided. Sinus headaches can also cause facial pain, but they are much less common than migraines. The key to telling the difference between a sinus headache and a migraine is the presence of other symptoms. Illustration by Cindy Chung for Verywell Health Sinus headaches occur alongside a viral or bacterial infection that may cause fever and congestion....

Sinus infection symptoms and cold symptoms often appear similar, but there are some key differences that impact treatment. Most colds go away within one week. This prevents mucus from exiting the body and creates a breeding ground for infection to grow. Illustration by Joules Garcia for Verywell Health Chronic Sinus Infection Cases of sinus infection that last longer than 12 weeks are considered chronic. These cases may require additional treatment or surgery....