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Psoriasisis anautoimmune skin conditionin which the immune system malfunctions and speeds up skin cell growth. Plaque psoriasis causes thick patches calledplaqueson the skin. Plaques can be itchy, dry, and painful. Prostock-Studio / Getty Images Keratin overgrowth occurs in various skin conditions, including psoriasis. This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing. Reproduced with permission from DermNetwww.dermnetnz.org2023. Reproduced with permission from ©DermNetwww.dermnetnz.org2023. It is also possible for psoriasis to flare up shortly after delivery....

Psychosisis a symptom that people with various mental health disorders can experience, including those withbipolar disorder. This article will discuss psychosis features in bipolar disorder and how to receive a diagnosis and treatment. Changes in behavior can often precede psychosis. Johner Images / Getty Images Symptom Duration The duration of a psychosis episode will vary from person to person. It will depend upon whether they have received treatment and how long symptoms occurred before treatment was sought....

Radiation therapy is a common treatment for lung cancer, but can it cure the disease? There’s not a simple yes or no answer. While the term “cure” is rarely used, many people will remain cancer free. Povozniuk / Getty Images When reviewing these, however, it’s important to note that no two lung cancers are alike. In addition, there are limitations to using statistics, including that people aren’t statistics. There is no “average” person who has an “average” journey with lung cancer....

Almost every animal species tested with rapamycin so far has lived longer, Konopka added. What’s the Research on Rapamycin? But he will also monitor other effects the drug has on participants. blackCAT / Getty Iamges Were hoping to answer a lot of questions at the same time. Is It Safe To Take Rapamycin? However, this can increase the risk of certain infections and cancers. Other rapamycin side effects include headache, chills, joint pain, diarrhea, or nausea....

The preliminary research will be published shortly and will bepresentedat the American Academy of Neurologys Annual Meeting next month. you might prepare for the heat by making sure you wear breathable clothing and have cool water to drink. Rising Temperatures and MS Symptoms People with MS often experienceworsening symptomswith an increase in body temperature. Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty Images The autoimmune disorder attacks myelinthe sheath that protects nerve cells and ensures signals are quickly passed between them....

But turning to a sauna to treat yourcommon cold symptomsisnt advisable for a few reasons, experts said. It doesnt have a lot of strong evidence, he explained. Additionally, visiting a sauna with a cold might endanger others. Gorodenkoff / Getty Images For people who are really sick, its best not to go to a sauna, she explained. Is a Sauna Good For a Cold? However, some people with a common cold may benefit from certain sauna-like conditions at their home....

Sleeping pillscan be a godsend: finally a night of sleep after suffering frominsomniafor far too long. This relief can be short-lived, however, and this can be a source of frustration and desperation. What causes sleeping pills to become less effective over time? Dreet Production / Getty Images This change may relate to a principle in pharmacology cause tachyphylaxis. Initially, the medication offers sweet relief: a night of uninterrupted sleep. However, gradually the medication may seem to begin to fail you....

Breakthrough bleeding is more likely with extended-cycle birth control pills but can happen with any key in. In rare cases, spotting could signalpregnancy, particularly if you missed pills or didnt take them on time. These could indicate a more serious issue, like an infection or ectopicpregnancy. Verywell / Nusha Ashjaee If the spotting persists or concerns you, seek medical advice. Verywell / Nusha Ashjaee Can Spotting Be Due to Pregnancy? Spotting while on birth control can be a sign of pregnancy, but it’s not common....

Sexually transmitted infections(STIs) can cause infertility. When this happens, it’s usually because a chronic infection has goneuntreatedfor an extended period of time. STI-related infertility is less common in men than in women. Oliver Rossi / The Image Bank / Getty Images This article discusses STI-related infertility. It also looks at individual STIs and how each one might cause infertility. An Overview of STI-Related Infertility STIs can cause infertility in both females and males....

These infections, in turn, may trigger ED. Read on below to learn more about the connection between ED and STIs. laflor / Getty Images What Is Erectile Dysfunction and Why Can STIs Cause It? laflor / Getty Images ED is the failure to achieve and/or sustain an erection. Oftentimes, the cause of ED can be a combination of both psychological and physical factors. Untreated STIs can cause male accessory gland infections (MAGIs)....

Your gut can react to stress through inflammation. Anxiety and stress can also exacerbate conditions likeirritable bowel syndrome(IBS). This response is called the “fight-or-flight” reaction. Verywell / Joshua Seong What Is Fight or Flight? The fight-or-flight reaction is an acute response to stress. When you experience this reaction, your body is responding to a perceived threat. Can anxiety and stress cause vomiting? Yes, severeanxiety and stresscan cause nausea and in some cases vomiting....

Impetigo can go away without treatment, but any skin condition should be evaluated by a healthcare professional. Many different medical conditions cancause itchy soreson the skin, and some may be more serious than impetigo. Additionally, impetigo does sometimes require treatment. tylim / Getty Images Stress management techniques such as meditation and other mind-body therapy techniques can help with impetigo prevention and treatment. A Word From Verywell Impetigo is not a serious condition and generally goes away without complications....

Stress can cause a flare-up ofpsoriasis, an autoimmune disease that affects the skin. The complex relationship between stress and psoriasis can make it difficult to treat. Studies show stress is the most common trigger for a psoriasis flare-up. Verywell / Jessica Olah At the same time, a worsening ofpsoriasis symptomscan cause further stress. Fortunately, research shows you’ve got the option to break the psoriasis-stress cycle with relaxation techniques. Verywell / Jessica Olah...