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The prescribing of antibiotics for bronchitis is not common. That’s because most cases of acute bronchitisthe kind that develops rapidlyare due to a virus. Antibiotics won’t be effective in these cases, since they only work on bacterial infections. ljubaphoto / Getty Images Pneumonia is one such example. Read on to find out more about how to treat bronchitis and the medicines used. When they get infected, the tubes swell up and start producing protective mucus that triggers coughing....

People withtype 2 diabetesare also often diagnosed with depression. They may even bring diabetes on in individuals who previously had no symptoms. Illustration by Sydney Saporito for Verywell Health What Are Antidepressants? Illustration by Sydney Saporito for Verywell Health Antidepressants are prescription medications used to treatdepression. In some cases, they are also used to treat certainanxiety disorders. It is not yet clear exactly how common antidepressant-induced hypoglycemia is, but it’s believed to be rare....

Antigens can beviruses,allergens, or even chemicals that prompt an immune response to fight illness or infection. Still, they help make quick test results widely accessible. What to Do With a Positive Antigen Test A positive antigen test result indicates a current infection. Geber86 / Getty Images A single NAAT test also can be used to confirm results. Antibody testingdetermines whether your body has an immune response to an antigen. Antibody testing is generally more useful for public health purposes than for making a clinical diagnosis....

Antihistamines are a class of drugs primarily used to relieveallergies. Antihistamines may also be useful in treating motion sickness, nausea, sinusitis, and eczema. Among the conditions they most commonly treat are allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, and hives. Mario Tama Collection / Getty Images It canoccur seasonallyor year-round, due primarily to tree or grass pollens. Oral antihistamines can generally improve hay fever symptoms within an hour or two. Allergic Conjunctivitis Many of the same allergens that cause hay fever can also causeallergic conjunctivitis....

This article takes a closer look at antinutrients and how they impact health. Phytates, for example, affect minerals such ascalcium,iron, andzinc. Highcalcium oxalatesmay increase the risk of calciumkidney stoneformation. Siro Rodenas Cortes / Getty Images Should You Worry About Antinutrients? For most people, the effects of antinutrients are not of major concern after processing and cooking. When consuming high-antinutrient foods, use processing and cooking methods that are known to reduce antinutrient compounds....

At the same time, the daily pill burden could be astonishing. Then, in 1995, a new class of drugs calledprotease inhibitorswas introduced. Drug resistance takes far longer to develop, while dosing requires as few as one pill per day. Justin Sullivan / Getty Images By doing so, the virus is unable to replicate and make copies of itself. Moreover, if the drugs are taken irregularly or not taken as prescribed, drug-resistant mutations can develop....

Research shows that people with IBD are twice as likely to have anxiety or depression as the general population. Without treatment, anxiety can cause complications in Crohn’s disease. Kseniya Ovchinnikova / Getty Images How Is Anxiety Related to Crohn’s Disease? Kseniya Ovchinnikova / Getty Images Research shows that abnormal anxiety levels occur in up to 40% of people with IBD. When it happens, anxiety can contribute to the onset of symptoms and impact the course of the disease....

The meta-analysis was published in theJournal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecologyin late February. They can provide you referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. If you are having suicidal thoughts, dial988to contact the988 Suicide & Crisis Lifelineand connect with a trained counselor. SolStock / Getty Images If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call911. Leiferman and colleagues looked at studies from 1995-2020 that included more than 40,000 people....

Now, theres evidence thatprogestin-only contraceptivescarry a similarly increased risk. The risk is even lower for younger women. These hormones are also involved in the development of most breast cancers. Francesco Carta fotografo / Getty Images Comparatively, 39% of the cancer-free women received a hormonal contraceptive. Thats a difference of 2030% in breast cancer risk, the researchers said. In terms of actual breast cancer cases, the uptick isnt that drastic. Women between ages 35 and 39 could see an additional 265 breast cancer cases per every 100,000 users....

Your aorta is located in your chest and abdomen. It can lead to aortic aneurysms, arterial thrombosis, andstrokes. This causes the layers to separate (dissect). magicmine / Getty Images It is typically resulting from atherosclerosis, hypertension, connective tissue disorders, and injuries. Instead, the cause is ulcers formed due to wear of the aortic wall which is because of atherosclerosis. Acute cases are often sparked by infective endocarditis or aortic dissection in the ascending aorta....

Primary progressive aphasia (PPA) may develop in people with Alzheimers disease. Aphasia is an impairment of speech and language comprehension which also affects the ability to read and write. Gradual brain degeneration resulting from certain forms of dementia, like Alzheimers disease, can cause PPA to develop. Illustration by Jiaqi Zhou for Verywell Health Over time, PPA affects a person’s ability to express themselves and interact socially and professionally. Illustration by Jiaqi Zhou for Verywell Health...

Abdominal pain is a universal symptom Abdominal pain is the most common symptom ofappendicitis. The pain usually starts around the belly button before traveling to thelower right side of the abdomen. Associated symptoms include nausea, vomiting, bowel habit changes, loss of appetite, and fever. Illustration by Zoe Hansen for Verywell Health This article highlights the symptoms of appendicitis, including a general timeline for symptom progression. Illustration by Zoe Hansen for Verywell Health...

Eating fruits like apples benefits your health, providing essential vitamins and nutrients. Apples also contain fiber andpolyphenols, which may reduce cholesterol levels and improve your digestive health. However, for some people, certain fruits can be bothersome. Christopher Kimmel / Aurora Photos/ Getty Images Apples, like most fruits, contain natural acids. You may be wondering where apples fall on the acidity spectrum. This article discusses the pH of apples, which varieties are the most acidic, and more....