Welcome S.C.T.C, here are Medical News Today's headlines for April 21, 2018. |
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| ADHD / ADD |
| How are Dexedrine and Adderall different? Dexedrine and Adderall are two medications that are commonly used to treat ADHD. Both drugs are similar, but there are some differences in how they are used. In this article, we examine the similarities and differences between these two medications, along with the risks, side effects, and warnings that go with them. |
| Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs |
| How are Dexedrine and Adderall different? Dexedrine and Adderall are two medications that are commonly used to treat ADHD. Both drugs are similar, but there are some differences in how they are used. In this article, we examine the similarities and differences between these two medications, along with the risks, side effects, and warnings that go with them. |
| Anxiety / Stress |
| Having an audience makes your brain perform better New research examines what goes on in the brain when people perform a task in front of an audience versus when they are not being watched. |
| Autism |
| How inflammation and gut bacteria influence autism A recent study looks at the links between the immune system, gut bacteria, and autism spectrum disorders. It uncovers some interesting interactions. |
| Blood / Hematology |
| What does it mean if your RDW is high? A red cell distribution width (RDW) blood test can help detect the presence of anemia, along with what could be causing it. The test identifies the size difference between the biggest and smallest red blood cells in a sample. In this article, we look at what to expect when having this test, and when it might be used. | What causes blood in sputum? Seeing blood in sputum or mucus can be worrying, but it is usually not a cause for concern. If a person is young or generally healthy, these traces of blood are often caused by a mild infection or bronchitis. In serious cases, they can indicate a severe infection or lung cancer. Learn about causes and treatments here. |
| Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine |
| Can essential oils reduce varicose veins? Varicose veins occur when blood pools in the veins as it tries to return to the heart to pick up fresh oxygen. They are common in people's legs as they age and can be irritating and often painful. We discuss some essential oils and other treatments that may ease symptoms and reduce the appearance of varicose veins. |
| Ear, Nose and Throat |
| What causes blood in sputum? Seeing blood in sputum or mucus can be worrying, but it is usually not a cause for concern. If a person is young or generally healthy, these traces of blood are often caused by a mild infection or bronchitis. In serious cases, they can indicate a severe infection or lung cancer. Learn about causes and treatments here. |
| Fibromyalgia |
| Why are my legs and feet numb? There are many reasons why a person may feel numbness or tingling in their legs or feet. The most common is sitting in the same position for too long, which reduces blood flow to the legs. Causes for chronic numbness include multiple sclerosis and fibromyalgia. Learn more about symptoms, causes, and treatments here. |
| GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology |
| How inflammation and gut bacteria influence autism A recent study looks at the links between the immune system, gut bacteria, and autism spectrum disorders. It uncovers some interesting interactions. |
| Medical Devices / Diagnostics |
| What does it mean if your RDW is high? A red cell distribution width (RDW) blood test can help detect the presence of anemia, along with what could be causing it. The test identifies the size difference between the biggest and smallest red blood cells in a sample. In this article, we look at what to expect when having this test, and when it might be used. |
| Multiple Sclerosis |
| Why are my legs and feet numb? There are many reasons why a person may feel numbness or tingling in their legs or feet. The most common is sitting in the same position for too long, which reduces blood flow to the legs. Causes for chronic numbness include multiple sclerosis and fibromyalgia. Learn more about symptoms, causes, and treatments here. |
| Neurology / Neuroscience |
| Why are my legs and feet numb? There are many reasons why a person may feel numbness or tingling in their legs or feet. The most common is sitting in the same position for too long, which reduces blood flow to the legs. Causes for chronic numbness include multiple sclerosis and fibromyalgia. Learn more about symptoms, causes, and treatments here. | Having an audience makes your brain perform better New research examines what goes on in the brain when people perform a task in front of an audience versus when they are not being watched. |
| Pharmacy / Pharmacist |
| How are Dexedrine and Adderall different? Dexedrine and Adderall are two medications that are commonly used to treat ADHD. Both drugs are similar, but there are some differences in how they are used. In this article, we examine the similarities and differences between these two medications, along with the risks, side effects, and warnings that go with them. |
| Psychology / Psychiatry |
| How are Dexedrine and Adderall different? Dexedrine and Adderall are two medications that are commonly used to treat ADHD. Both drugs are similar, but there are some differences in how they are used. In this article, we examine the similarities and differences between these two medications, along with the risks, side effects, and warnings that go with them. | Having an audience makes your brain perform better New research examines what goes on in the brain when people perform a task in front of an audience versus when they are not being watched. |
| Public Health |
| What causes blood in sputum? Seeing blood in sputum or mucus can be worrying, but it is usually not a cause for concern. If a person is young or generally healthy, these traces of blood are often caused by a mild infection or bronchitis. In serious cases, they can indicate a severe infection or lung cancer. Learn about causes and treatments here. |
| Respiratory |
| What causes blood in sputum? Seeing blood in sputum or mucus can be worrying, but it is usually not a cause for concern. If a person is young or generally healthy, these traces of blood are often caused by a mild infection or bronchitis. In serious cases, they can indicate a severe infection or lung cancer. Learn about causes and treatments here. |
| Vascular |
| Can essential oils reduce varicose veins? Varicose veins occur when blood pools in the veins as it tries to return to the heart to pick up fresh oxygen. They are common in people's legs as they age and can be irritating and often painful. We discuss some essential oils and other treatments that may ease symptoms and reduce the appearance of varicose veins. |
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