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A tension headache typically feels like a tight band of pain wrapped around the head. Tension headaches typically last for a half to several hours, but some

White or brown stains on the tooth A visible hole in your tooth What happens if you dont treat a cavity? A cavity will not go away on its own. If you leave a cavity untreated, it only continues to grow and cause further decay to your tooth. Advertisement Heres how a cavity can progress if you dont treat it: 1. As a cavity forms, your enamel starts to weaken as a result of plaque buildup on your tooth. Enamel is the hard protective outer layer of your tooth. You can still avoid a cavity with...

A dental expert weighs in on why you should never use a toothpick to clean your teeth A dental expert weighs in on why you should never use a toothpick to clean your teeth Ashley Laderer,Michael B. FergusonFeb 17, 2021, 22:16 IST Toothpicks may infect your gums.Vyacheslav Dumchev/Getty Images Hard wooden toothpicks are not ideal for cleaning teeth because they can cause gum damage that could lead to infection. Rough and frequent Toothpicks can also break, splinter, and get lodged in your gums...

How to tell if you have pink eye or a stye and treat your symptoms effectively How to tell if you have pink eye or a stye and treat your symptoms effectively Toketemu Ohwovoriole,Benjamin BertFeb 5, 2021, 03:17 IST Pink eye and styes are common eye conditions.Madrolly/Getty Images The difference between pink eye and a stye is that a stye will often be accompanied by a bump on your eye. But they both share common symptoms like itching, pain, redness, and swelling. A stye and viral pink eye wi...

Bacterial pink eye often appears redder than viral pink eye. While viral pink eye may cause your eyes to water, bacterial pink eye is often accompanied by

» Why ear candling is a dangerous, ineffective way to remove ear wax - and safer ways to do it Why ear candling is a dangerous, ineffective way to remove ear wax - and safer ways to do it Ashley Laderer,Jason McKnightJan 27, 2021, 04:48 IST Ear candling has been proven to be ineffective.triocean/Getty Images Ear candling does not work and has many dangerous health risks like your ears getting clogged with candlewax, your eardrum getting punctured, and ear infections. Ear candling involves pl...

You can bring down a babys fever by giving them acetaminophen, using a cold compress, keeping your baby hydrated, giving them a sponge bath, and dressing

10 common causes of body aches without a fever, and when to see a doctor Erin Heger,Jason McKnightJan 21, 2021, 21:49 IST Body aches can still be a sign of the flu even if you dont have a fever.Milos Dimic/Getty Images The most common cause of body aches without a fever include stress and sleep deprivation. If you have body aches without a fever, it could still be a sign of a viral infection like the flu. If your body aches are severe or last more than a few days, you should see your doctor...

A low immune system can be caused by a number of factors including, diet, certain medications, infections, or having an autoimmune disorder. If youre having

Is coconut oil good for your skin? How to use it effectively, based on your skin type Is coconut oil good for your skin? How to use it effectively, based on your skin type Sarah Fielding,Debra JalimanJan 14, 2021, 02:18 IST Coconut oil can be a great way to moisturize your skin.privetik/Getty Images Coconut oil is good for dry skin types that require a heavy moisturizer. Coconut oil is also good if you have eczema or rosacea since it can reduce skin redness and inflammation. Coconut oil is no...