Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection that often occurs between the toes. It gets its name from the fact that it’s often spread through gym showers, and because it is common in athletes due to their sweaty, moist feet. Most cases of athlete’s foot clear up within a week or two if you use an over-the-counter fungal cream or spray and make sure your feet get plenty of air. Sometimes, however, athlete’s foot can be particularly stubborn and tough to cure. Read More»
It’s typical to have fatigued eyes after a day of staring at a computer monitor. This has become such a common problem in the workplace that eye doctors now classify this eye strain as computer vision syndrome (CVS). Statistic Brain notes that nearly 70 percent of the workforce using computers experience CVS each day. If your work requires long hours in front of the computer, here is what you’re facing and how to reduce the strain on your eyes. Read More»
There are times when medication is necessary for pain management. When injuries first occur, pain is often most intense. Occasional flareups of old injuries sometimes require the temporary use of pain medication. Individuals with chronic pain may need to use medications on a daily basis. However, there are ways to manage pain and to lessen or eliminate the need for opiate painkillers, both for immediate pain from injuries and chronic or recurring pain. Read More»
A child’s baby teeth are only made to last for roughly 12 years, so they don’t have to be as strong as adult teeth. One consequence of this is that they often develop cavities that need to be filled. If you’re a parent, you might wonder why your child’s baby teeth have to be filled if they’re only going to fall out later anyway. There are number of reasons why your dentist might believe that it’s best to fill a cavity in one of your child’s baby teeth. Read More»
Earaches are a common problem for children, and can leave your child in severe pain that often seems difficult to treat. Many parents are unsure whether to provide their child with antibiotics or not, especially when there are fears that antibiotics for children are overprescribed or even potentially damaging to their long-term health. Here is an overview of what your doctor will do to determine whether your child needs antibiotics and what your alternatives are. Read More»
