Bowel changes Am.p/Shutterstock Check before you flush, Dr. Popper says. Changes in bowel movements can be a sign of colon cancer. “Narrowing of the stool and rectal bleeding warrant a visit to your doctor,” he says. Don’t panic. “Bleeding can certainly be caused by hemorrhoids or an anal fissure, but it’s important to get it… Read More »
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), or sexually transmitted infections (STIs), can affect anyone, but the signs and symptoms can be different for men and women. It is important that men are aware of the signs and symptoms of common STIs as they are less likely than women to get tests for these infections. With early treatment,… Read More »
by Smriti Learning the Basics of Astigmatism, Symptoms and It’s Treatment What is Astigmatism? Astigmatism is a condition when the refraction of eye-entering light doesn’t happen equally in all directions. This happens because there are differences in the curvature of the cornea (lens of the eye), two focal points are generated from two different axes… Read More »
Food poisoning is an illness caused by consuming foods or drinks that contain harmful bacteria, viruses or parasites. It’s extremely common, affecting an estimated 9.4 million Americans each year (1, 2). While many foods contain potentially harmful organisms, they are usually destroyed during cooking. However, if you don’t practice good hygiene and proper food storage… Read More »