What do think of when you hear the word steroids? Steroids have received more publicity and scrutiny because professional athletes have used them in a way they were never intended to be used. Professional baseball players have virtually ensured that no American household is without some knowledge or some idea of what steroids do to the human body. Read more »
Candidiasis is an infection caused by a group of microscopic fungi or yeast. There are more than 20 species of Candida, which live on all surfaces of our bodies. When they become too abundant they can cause infections, usually in warm and moist areas. These infections include, diaper rash and vaginal yeast infections; and they occur more often in people with immune systems that are not at full strength. Read more »
In many cases, the term mouth ulcer sounds more serious than the condition to which it refers. The term refers to sores or open lesions that form in the mouth of affected individuals. The obtrusions can occur for a multitude of reasons, and many people often spend their lives suffering through the outbreaks and never knowing the origin of their perpetual discomfort. Read more »
As the saying goes, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Prevention is definitely the way to go with canker sores. Read more »
Out of the many possible treatments for cold sores, the medication Abreva Top has become one of the more popular ones. It is used by many people fighting the symptoms associated with the herpes simplex virus. When people get those nasty oral sores, they would go for any medications that seem to work. Read more »
It is fortunate that most people infected by the virus that causes mouth sores find the condition to be more of an inconvenience rather than a health threat. However, the news is not all good. Though not a major health risk, the outbreaks are unsightly and often leave sufferers seeking a variety of cures. Read more »
Once you learn that you have herpes and come to terms with that fact, you will need to decide how you want to deal with the condition. There are many treatment options. It is important to make clear that there is no cure for the virus. However, there are many options that seem to be effective in limiting, if not controlling, the symptoms brought on by the illness. Read more »
Here is your chance to learn a little more about the mouth infection known as thrush. The first thing you should know is that the infection is caused by a yeast fungus, and a diagnosis of this condition is as likely to come from your dentist as from any other health care professional. Read more »
Most everyone is familiar with cold sores. If you haven’t had one yourself, you probably know someone who has had one or you have at least seen someone with one. These usually heal in several days to a couple weeks. In some cases, healing takes longer. However, while they are present, they can be very unattractive and sometimes painful. In more severe cases, the blisters may bust open and leak fluid before scabbing over. Read more »