Otitis media, commonly known as an ear infection, is an acute infection that affects the middle ear. It leads to fluid buildup and inflammation of the mucosal lining in the middle ear. Although it can affect anyone, children are impacted more often than adults. Causes...
Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a seasonal viral infection that affects millions each year. In the U.S., flu season typically begins in August and runs through March, peaking during the winter months. The flu is highly contagious and disproportionately...
Headaches: Types, Symptoms, and When to Seek Care Headaches are one of the most common health complaints. While they can be painful, inconvenient, and sometimes debilitating, most headaches are not life-threatening. Understanding the type of headache you have is key...
Medications for Acid Reflux Relief Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or acid reflux, is a common condition. Acid reflux happens when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus. Occasional reflux can occur in healthy people. But frequent or persistent reflux is a...
Fungal Infections: Types, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments Fungal skin infections are among the most common and most under-discussed issues in primary care. They show up on the feet, in the groin, on the scalp, in the nails, and in the warm folds of the skin. They are...
