Author: Jessica Guht
Jessica is a medical writer with an unquenched thirst to discover something new. She believes that medical content should be accessible to everyone and strives to write content that every single person can understand. When Jessica isn’t writing, she can usually be found reading a book with a dog cuddled in her lap. Jessica has a Masters of Engineering degree in Biomedical Engineering.
Hunger Headache: Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention
Around 45 million people in the US alone suffer from frequent headaches, and, according to studies, around 25.5% of the population report experiencing cephalgia – or pain in the head – at least once in the past three months. But while headaches are so common, they differ in causes, symptoms, and severity from one person… Continue reading Hunger Headache: Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention
Jessica Guht Jul. 05, 2022
What Causes Foaming at the Mouth?
Foaming at the mouth is a physical symptom that occurs when excess saliva mixes with gases or air, which creates the foamy sensation and is rarely found by itself, however, unintentional foaming can be the sign of a serious medical condition that may require emergency care. What Causes Foaming at the Mouth? Foaming at the… Continue reading What Causes Foaming at the Mouth?
Jessica Guht Jun. 30, 2022
Stabbing Pain In Chest After Drinking Alcohol?
Many people consume alcohol without doing it to excess, but it’s important to remember that a night of heavy drinking can result in a number of unique symptoms. Chest pain after drinking alcohol can arise from a variety of causes. If you regularly experience chest pain after consuming alcohol, it is likely that alcohol is… Continue reading Stabbing Pain In Chest After Drinking Alcohol?
Jessica Guht Jun. 30, 2022
Cankles: What are They and How to Get Rid of Them?
Many individuals are insecure about the excess fat surrounding their calves and ankles, often referred to as cankles. This article will discuss what cankles are and how to get rid of them. What are cankles? Cankles is not a standard medical term. Instead, it is a slang word that combines the terms “calf” and “ankle.”… Continue reading Cankles: What are They and How to Get Rid of Them?
Jessica Guht Jun. 28, 2022
Stomach inflation: Common Causes and Relief
Stomach inflation refers to a bulge in your belly. While many may attribute stomach bulging to weight gain or excess fat, there could be several alternative causes. This article will discuss the potential reasons you are experiencing stomach inflation and how to resolve it. What causes stomach inflation? You may be experiencing stomach inflation for… Continue reading Stomach inflation: Common Causes and Relief
Jessica Guht Jun. 28, 2022
Why Do My Ribs Hurt When I Sneeze?
Sneezing can cause chest pain for a variety of reasons. It is usually caused by an illness, disease, or injury to the chest wall. When you sneeze, the pain may occur or worsen. This is due to the fact that sneezing causes the muscles and bones in your chest to shift. When sneezing, muscle strain… Continue reading Why Do My Ribs Hurt When I Sneeze?
Jessica Guht Jun. 28, 2022
Wellbutrin vs Lexapro: Which Is Better?
Wellbutrin and Lexapro are two common prescription drugs used to treat depression and associated disorders. Both these drugs act on certain neurotransmitters (chemicals in the brain), Wellbutrin treats depression by increasing the availability of dopamine and norepinephrine, whereas Lexapro enhances the availability of serotonin. While both medications treat depression, they do so by targeting different… Continue reading Wellbutrin vs Lexapro: Which Is Better?
Jessica Guht Jun. 26, 2022
Paxil vs Zoloft: Everything You Need to Know!
Paxil (paroxetine) and Zoloft (sertraline) both belong to a class of antidepressants and mood stabilizers known as SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). An SSRI works by increasing serotonin (a chemical messenger, called a neurotransmitter) levels in the brain, which aids in relieving the symptoms of depression and other mental disorders. Despite the fact that both… Continue reading Paxil vs Zoloft: Everything You Need to Know!
Jessica Guht Jun. 26, 2022
How Long Does Cymbalta Stay in Your System?
As with other medications, you may wonder how long Cymbalta remains in your body after taking it, even if normal drug screen tests typically do not test for Cymbalta. Especially when your physician may order lab tests to monitor serum levels during therapy, evaluate potential toxicity of the medication, or determine patient compliance to the… Continue reading How Long Does Cymbalta Stay in Your System?
Jessica Guht Jun. 25, 2022
Bruised Kidney: Symptoms and How to Treat It
Most of us are familiar with normal bruising, specifically when the skin becomes discolored and painful to the touch. What many individuals do not know, however, is that you can bruise your internal organs. More specifically, you can injure your kidneys due to trauma. A bruised kidney can be severe, requiring careful medical management. To… Continue reading Bruised Kidney: Symptoms and How to Treat It
Jessica Guht Jun. 22, 2022
Wellbutrin vs Prozac – Everything You Need to Know!
With so many antidepressants available, each having its pros and cons and therapeutic properties, it can be difficult to determine which one works the best for you. Two commonly used antidepressants are Wellbutrin and Prozac, both used to manage major depression. Besides being used for depression, Wellbutrin is also used to treat the seasonal affective… Continue reading Wellbutrin vs Prozac – Everything You Need to Know!
Jessica Guht Jun. 22, 2022
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