Type 1 diabetes Archive

A positive TB skin test can raise questions about infection, exposure, and what happens next. Find out which follow-up steps may be needed.

A TSH result can be confusing without context. See what the number measures, how lab ranges vary and when other factors matter for thyroid health.

A rise in thyroid-stimulating hormone after thyroid removal can have several explanations, from medication timing to changes in absorption.

A MRSA infection may be treatable, yet the bacteria can sometimes remain on the body and return. Find out what recovery and prevention involve.

Explore what doctors know about Bell’s palsy triggers, from stress to viral infections and diabetes, and why pinpointing a cause is tricky

In most cases, bee, wasp, or hornet stings can be treated with simple remedies. For example, placing a cold pack on the sting site helps reduce swelling. Applying over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream helps relieve swelling and itching, too. Taking an antihistamine—such as fexofenadine (Allegra) or loratadine (Claritin)—also eases itching. If symptoms persist for a few days, it’s time to call a doctor. If a severe allergic response develops—indicated by difficulty breathing or hives—it’s crucial to call 911 for help and get an injection of epinephrine as soon as possible.

Feeling unusually cold on a regular basis can have several explanations, from everyday factors to conditions worth checking.

Ringworm is a common, contagious skin infection caused by a fungus. Children can get it from other people who have it or from an infected animal. While it can be itchy and unpleasant, ringworm is usually harmless.

Most people with early-stage Lyme disease symptoms develop a rash, but it often lacks bull’s-eye features—which many people have been told to look for. Other signs of Lyme disease include headache, neck pain, joint aches, and fatigue.

A high calcium result often turns up on a routine lab test. Possible causes range from overactive parathyroid glands to excess vitamin D.