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How to
Remove Tonsil Stones (Tonsilloliths)
Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are small, off-white deposits that you can see in the craters of your tonsils. They are usually caused when bits of food get lodged in these craters; bacteria start feeding on ...
How to
Lose Your Virginity Without Pain (Girls)
Losing your virginity can seem scary, and the range of myths surrounding it doesn't help. While some women may experience pain during their first experience with penetrative sex, you do not have to have a bad time. Talki...
How to
Get Rid of Fordyce Spots
Fordyce spots (or granules) are small, raised, pale red or white bumps that may appear on the labia, scrotum, shaft of the penis, or on the border of your lips. Essentially, they are visible sebaceous glands, which norma...
How to Identify Scabies: Symptoms, Treatment, Diagnosis, & More
An in-depth guide on the scabies rash and what it looks like on the bodyCan’t stop itching? Irritation, redness, and a rash are all symptoms of scabies, a common skin condition that affects people around the globe. Dif...
How To Tell if Your Finger is Broken (and What to Do About It)
Medically backed ways to tell if your finger injury is worth an ER visit Wham! One misplaced hand and a slammed car door later, you might be wondering if you’ve got a fistful of fractured fingers. Before you rush to th...
How to Clear Your Sinuses at Home
A quick guide to fast relief for blocked sinuses Your sinuses are an extensive network of passageways near your nose. Clear sinuses make for easy breathing, but sinuses blocked by mucus can make for quite a bit of discom...
Unjam & Treat a Jammed Finger for Quick Relief
Ouch! Jammed your finger? While it certainly is painful, the good news is that most jammed fingers can be treated at home. A jammed finger is actually a joint or knuckle sprain, which usually heals within a few weeks. In...
How to Treat a Cut or Busted Lip Fast
Home remedies for scrapes, cuts, and wounds on your lipWhether it’s because of an injury, an accident, or anything in between, a cut lip can be a painful ordeal. Fortunately, this is easy to treat and heal at home. Whe...
How to
Cure a Fever at Home
A fever is your body's natural response to fight off viruses and bacteria by weakening the germs and limiting their ability to reproduce. It also helps burn away toxins and stimulates the immune system. Since a fever is ...
How to
Treat Ringworm
Ringworm, which is also called tinea, is a very contagious type of fungal infection that doesn’t involve actual worms. The classic ringworm presentation is a skin lesion with a red, scaly border and clear center, which...
How to
Reduce Acne Redness Quickly
Try these home remedies to reduce pimple redness fastIf you are suffering from a breakout, the resulting redness and inflammation may be more concerning to you than the pimple itself. For many, dealing with pimples is an...
How to
Recognize Spina Bifida Symptoms
Spina bifida is one of the most common birth defects in the U.S. affecting about 1 of every 2,858 babies born in the United States. When the brain, spinal cord, or the protective covering of either – also called the ...
How to
Raise Testosterone Levels Naturally (Teen Boys)
Testosterone is the main sex hormone in males, responsible for the development of the penis and testes as well as muscle size and strength. During puberty, testosterone is responsible for the deepening of the voice and t...
How to
Know when You Are Going to Start Puberty (Girls)
Puberty can be an exciting and confusing time for anyone. It means you’re growing up and can do things you weren’t able to as a child. But it can also be hard to know when you’re starting puberty or what to expect....
How to
Make Saline Nasal Spray
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose) is a common condition in which nasal tissues swell with fluids. It may be accompanied by sinus congestion and nasal discharge (runny nose). Luckily, a saline (salt water) nasal spray can ge...
How to
Tell when You Are Contagious
Being contagious means that you are capable of transmitting an illness to another person. Once you feel sick, knowing if you are contagious may prevent you from contaminating other people. Upper respiratory illnesses, li...
Popped Blister Treatment: Tips to Heal Quickly and Safely
Safely treat your open blisters without skin and reduce your risk of infectionBlisters occur when the upper layer of your skin (the epidermis) detaches from the lower layers of skin. This is often due to friction or heat...
How to
Assess the Safe Firmness of an Infant Mattress to Prevent Asphyxiation
An infant mattress (or other sleep surface) that is too soft can be dangerous to infants. A firm mattress might help prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). You can test a mattress's safety in two ways: with two mil...
How to
Check for Lice
Head lice are small wingless parasitic insects that live on the scalp. They can be difficult to spot because they’re only 2 – 3 mm long. Close examination of the scalp and carefully combing the hair are the only ways...
How to
Heal a Broken Toe
The toes are comprised of small bones (called phalanges), which are susceptible to breaking when exposed to blunt trauma. Most broken toes are called "stress" or "hairline" fractures, which means a small surface crack th...
