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Constipation
Everything you need to know about a burst appendix
What are the symptoms of a burst appendix? Continue reading to find out the symptoms, causes, and treatments of a ruptured appendix.


Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery
What to know about saggy breasts (breast ptosis)
Some causes of saggy breasts, or breast ptosis, include age and body mass index (BMI). Learn more about the causes and potential solutions here.


Depression
What are the top CBD gummies?
CBD gummies are a form of cannabidiol edibles. These are foods containing CBD, which comes from the marijuana plant. Read about the best CBD gummies here.


Dermatology
Azithromycin, Oral Tablet
Azithromycin oral tablet (Zithromax) is a prescription drug that's used to treat infections caused by bacteria. Learn about uses, dosage, and more.
Dry skin and acne: Causes, treatment, and prevention
Dry skin and acne are common and can co-occur. Home remedies and medical treatments are often effective. Learn how to prevent and manage dry skin and acne here.
Treating acne around the mouth
Acne around the mouth has many potential causes. Prevention tips include not touching the face, avoiding certain products, and using medications. Learn more here.


Endocrinology
Trimethylaminuria: Everything you need to know
Trimethylaminuria is a rare disorder in which a person is unable to break down the chemical trimethylamine, which causes a fishy smell. Learn more here.


Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses
Bat survey identifies six new coronaviruses
PLOS ONE recently published the results of an ecological survey carried out in Myanmar. The researchers identified six new coronaviruses in bats.


Lupus
Hydroxychloroquine, Oral Tablet
Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) is used to treat malaria, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. Learn about side effects, warnings, dosage, and more.


Menopause
What causes bleeding after a hysterectomy?
Bleeding after a hysterectomy is common and normal for a few days to weeks. However, some types of bleeding are reasons to see a doctor. Learn more here.


Mental Health
Understanding the symptoms of schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a severe mental health condition that can cause confused speech, delusions, and social withdrawal. Treatment is available. Learn more here.


Nutrition / Diet
Eating before bed delays fat burning
According to a recent study, eating breakfast and avoiding late night snacking is the best course of action to burn fat and lose weight.


Pulmonary System
MERS-CoV: What you need to know
MERS-CoV is a coronavirus that causes a severe respiratory illness called MERS. Learn all about MERS and other illnesses caused by coronaviruses here.


Respiratory
Faulty blood clotting mechanism may explain COVID-19 severity
An impaired blood clotting system may explain why some people with underlying conditions experience excessive bleeding and worse outcomes in COVID-19.
What are the symptoms of viral pneumonia?
Viral pneumonia is pneumonia that results from a viral lung infection. Many viruses can cause pneumonia. Learn about its causes, symptoms, and treatments here.


Surgery
Gastric bypass: What it is and what to expect
A gastric bypass, or bariatric surgery, is a procedure that aims to help manage obesity. Learn about the different types of surgery and more in this article.