Search Results for: breathing

June 22, 2018/Primary Care

Is a Hidden Medical Condition Causing Your Anxiety?

… disorder that can follow a viral infection, may trigger anxiety as well (along with progressive weakness, difficulty breathing and altered sensation).N (nutrition): The symptoms of vitamin deficiency/overload, malabsorption and poor nutrition can mimic …

November 29, 2023/Mental Health

6 Ways To Feel Less Anxious in the Mornings

… Breathwork exercises can help with grounding yourself to the present moment. Some exercises to try include:Box breathing.Five-finger breathing.4-7-8 breathing.Alternate nostril breathing.“What you’re doing with these techniques …

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February 26, 2020/Heart Health

How Are Stress and Heart Disease Related?

… This technique teaches you to control your body’s reaction by changing your thoughts and emotions.)Meditation.Breathing exercises.Autogenic training. (This practice involves speaking or thinking verbal cues to different parts of your body …

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December 1, 2022/Primary Care

What To Know About Dry Drowning

… from a laryngeal spasm can be a big concern. Too much water can cause lung damage and breathing problems that become serious six to 12 hours later.One of the most serious conditions that you …

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July 29, 2021/Primary Care

Pool Chemical Safety Tips

… from pool chemicalsDr. Fertel says that other common symptoms of irritation or illness include:Ear pain.Trouble breathing.Cough or congestion.Should you be able to smell chlorine?No, you shouldn’t be able to …

March 31, 2023/Infectious Disease

Know Your Treatment Options for COVID-19

… like cough, fever and shortness of breath.If you have serious symptoms like chest pain and trouble breathing, seek medical attention right away.Other COVID-19 treatmentsWe know things change quickly and often. Over the …

November 30, 2020/Primary Care

Blood Tests: How’s Your Metabolism? A BMP Can Tell You

… mass.“Metabolism involves any way your body converts or uses energy,” says Dr. Allan. “That includes digestion, breathing, circulation, and functioning of your organs, muscles and nervous system.”Your doctor can see how well your …

December 16, 2020/Wellness

How Yoga Can Help Ease Heel Pain From Plantar Fasciitis

Contributor: Judi Bar, Lead Yoga Therapist and Yoga Program Manager -Wellness and Preventive MedicineCan’t wait to head off to your vacation in the Rockies and try out those new hiking boots? The day is …

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October 11, 2024/Ear, Nose & Throat

What Causes Nosebleeds While You Sleep?

Ever wake up to a bloody nose that makes it look like you lost a middle-of-the-night fight? It’s a situation that can feel scary and unsettling. After all, you’re not …

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March 12, 2025/Lung

What’s the Difference Between Bronchitis and Pneumonia?

Upper airway infections like a cold can leave your lower airways more vulnerable to viruses and bacteria, and that’s when bronchitis or pneumonia can strike. These respiratory infections share many similarities, yet they affect …