Health Conditions
Your biggest health condition questions, answered.
I’m 26 and Almost Lost My Eye After Showering in My Contacts
I was actually laying in bed screaming it was so painful.
9 Safe and Effective Ways to Get Rid of Hemorrhoids
You don't have to live with a painful and itchy butt forever.
8 Ways to Cope With a Fear of Needles When You Have a Chronic Illness
F-bombs, sweet treats, and strategic distractions can make the pokes a little more bearable.
What’s the Deal With Raw Milk—And Is It Safe to Drink?
The question has become even more serious amid the multistate bird flu outbreak.
5 Simple Things to Do If You Feel Like Your Memory Is Already Shot
Forgetting things or being frazzled is pretty normal in your 30s and 40s—but it’s possible to get your edge back.
You Can Get Free At-Home HIV Tests Every 3 Months Until 2027. Here’s How
It’s National HIV Testing Day. This is an easy way to see where you stand.
Is Underarm Botox Worth It? We Asked 6 Sweaty People for Their Honest Reviews
“Maybe my sweat glands are just too powerful.”
Dating in Your 30s Is Hard Enough—Here’s What It’s Like If You Also Have Breast Cancer
One guy told me, “I just get uncomfortable with needles and doctors and stuff like that.”
COVID Cases Are Rising Again. Here’s How to Stop It From Ruining Your Summer
Two new variants are fueling an uptick in infections, hospitalizations, and deaths.
What to Do If Your Doctor Isn’t Taking Your Period Pain Seriously
Agonizing cramps that incapacitate you are not “normal.”
Here’s Why the Heat Can Feel So Much Worse When You’re Taking an SSRI
Certain antidepressants can mess with your ability to stay cool—but you don’t have to suffer in sweaty silence.
Yes, Your Period Can Make Your Depression Worse. Here’s Why—And How To Cope
It’s called PME and it can be really serious.
7 Things People With HS Wish They Knew Earlier
Here’s what folks with hidradenitis suppurativa would say to their younger selves.
5 Subtle but Common Signs of Autism in Adults
Many women, in particular, try to “mask” their symptoms—even if they don’t know why they have them.
How to Prevent and Treat Butt Zits, According to Dermatologists
Because it actually is a little bit different than battling breakouts on your face.
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I’m a 34-Year-Old Nonsmoker Who Got Lung Cancer. These Were My First Symptoms
“I finally had an answer to a problem that took 15 ER and urgent care visits over 366 days to solve.”
The ADHD Drug Shortage Could Get Even Worse Thanks to One Telehealth Company
An alleged $100 million fraud scheme could affect up to 50,000 people. Here’s what to do if you’re one of them.
Hypochlorous Acid Spray Is the Only Thing That Keeps My Acne-Prone Skin Clear in the Summer
My face is smoother—and way less red—thanks to this holy grail.
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Why Being a Perfectionist Is So Bad for Your Health
Holding yourself to impossible standards doesn’t actually help you—and can make you miserable in the process.
6 Ways to Deal With Your Swampy, Sweaty Little Feet This Summer
Squishy shoes aren’t just gross—they can lead to bigger health problems.
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How Bad Is It to Borrow My Partner’s Toothbrush From Time to Time?
Experts say it’s actually really different—and way riskier—than swapping spit.
I Thought My Energy Surges and Dips Were Normal. I Actually Had Bipolar II
“I felt so powerful during those high periods, like a god.”
What to Do If IBS Is Shitting on Your Sex Life
GI symptoms always seem to show up at the worst possible times.
How to Know When It's Time to Swap Antihistamines for Allergy Shots
It’s a serious commitment, but totally worth it for some people.
How to Safely Exercise When You Have POTS
These tips from doctors, strength coaches, and physical therapists can help you create a routine.