What are common cold sore symptoms? What are the different stages you will experience with cold sores or oral herpes outbreaks? Let me share with you now what cold sore symptoms to expect.

First - there is a unique set of cold sore symptoms that take place after initially contracting the herpes virus. These symptoms are frequently mistaken for a mild case of the flu.

These include sore throat, fever, headaches and tiredness. These cold sore symptoms usually last...

The physical difference between male and female is there just for the sake of fertility. Women are the symbol of fertility; and only a healthy woman can give birth to a healthy child. For the sake of healthy family, healthy society and healthy country it is essential to pay necessary attention to women's health. Balanced diet is the prime requirement for keeping a woman fit and fine. The diet of a woman must be rich in vitamins and minerals.

Like other parts of the body,...

We all brush our teeth, don't we? May be we gargle with brine to soothe our throats too. But how many of us bother to keep our colons clean? How many even know what the colon is, what it does and why it's important for the upkeep of body hygiene. Let's find out ...

We don't know much about the colon because it's a silent organ that's completely out of sight. The body has four parts that help eliminate toxins and waste: the skin (by evaporation of sweat), the lungs (by...

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It's remarkable that rooster combs have provided the source of a frequently used treatment for osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee. Through a combination of research and serendipity, viscosupplements- a type of lubrication treatment for OA of the knee- originally derived from rooster combs, are widely used by both rheumatologists as well as orthopedic surgeons. But do they really work? This two part article discusses the evidence in the medical literature.

If you are a man who is over the age of forty and suddenly realizing that his urge to urinate is occurring very suddenly and without warning, you may be suffering from an enlarged prostate. An enlarged prostate, which can also be referred to as benign prostate hyperplasia or BHP, is an extremely common condition for men who are getting older; as many as 90% of men over the age of 80 might have this condition, leading many medical professionals to state that this is a condition that men...

Vitamin B12, or cobalamin, is an essential building block of DNA and is key to the maintenance of our body's genes. In this role, it is an important element in ensuring the proper function of the nervous system and maintaining a healthy hematological profile.

A proper diet and good nutrition is almost always sufficient to prevent B12 deficiency. The vitamin is naturally found in high protein foods such as meat, eggs, fish and dairy. In addition, those who regularly take a...

Accutane Dosage

The usual dose for Accutane is 0.5 to 1 milligram per 2.2 pounds of body weight, divided into 2 doses daily, for 15 to 20 weeks.

For very severe cases, your doctor may also increase the daily dose to as much as 2 milligrams per 2.2 pounds.

Uses of Accutane

*Accutane is used to treat severe nodular acne that has not responded to other treatments such as antibiotics.
*Isotretinoin is used to treat certain other skin...

Many people complain about upper back and chest pain, the problem may be caused by poor posture. while standing or working in a seated position the muscles in the upper back, connected to the shoulder blades becomes stressed and painful. When the pain begins suddenly it may be confused with a heart attack, since it begins mainly in the back and can feel like a spike being driven all the way through the chest cavity.

To determine if the pain is heart related,ask the person to...

The number of people who have diabetes is on the rise. More and more people are overweight and leading an inactive lifestyle which makes it more likely for one to develop diabetes. If you have diabetes, you have to think of some natural ways to lower blood sugar with you since your body cannot process insulin or simply does not produce enough of it. Insulin processes the sugar or glucose from the food you eat and provides the energy to fuel your body. When the glucose is not processed...

Upper back pain is primarily a result of irritation of muscles and while it is not as common as lower back pain, it can be very painful and restrictive.

Many people are suffering upper back pain caused by work conditions, and poor posture and stress are often the cause.

Here's a quick test. Next time you are at your computer just pause for a second and take note of your posture. Chances are your shoulders are hunched and you are leaning forward.

Now sit...