Brandi Jones

3 weeks ago | health.com | Brandi Jones |Sarah Jividen |Robert Burakoff

There are four stages of appendicitis, which describe its severity and whether it has caused any complications: simple, supportive, gangrenous, and perforated. These range from mild inflammation (swelling) to rupture (burst) of the appendix. Symptoms often start with abdominal pain around the belly button that shifts to the lower right side and intensifies. Nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite may occur.

4 weeks ago | health.com | Brandi Jones |Peter Weiss

Svetlana Repnitskaya / Getty Images A retroverted uterus, also called a tilted or tipped uterus, happens when your uterus (womb) tilts backward toward your spine instead of forward over your bladder. It occurs in about 20% of people with a uterus. Most people don't know they have a retroverted uterus unless a provider discovers it during a routine pelvic or gynecological checkup. A retroverted uterus typically doesn't affect overall health and doesn't require treatment.

1 month ago | health.com | Brandi Jones |Corinne Savides Happel

dragana991 / Getty Images Allergies don't cause psoriasis, but you may be more likely to have psoriasis if you have environmental allergies. Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin condition that can cause red, scaly, itchy, or painful patches on your skin when your immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells. Experts don't fully understand the exact cause, but certain triggers can cause psoriasis flare-ups (periods when symptoms appear or worsen).

1 month ago | health.com | Brandi Jones |Casey Gallagher

dragana991 / Getty Images Repeatedly scratching an area can cause lichenification, which is thickened, rough, and dark skin. The name comes from its resemblance to lichen, a plant-like growth found on rocks and trees. Lichenification is not a condition on its own; it's how your skin reacts to long-term irritation or scratching, often from eczema or psoriasis. Reproduced with permission from © DermNet dermnetnz.org. Types There are two types of lichenification: primary and secondary.

2 months ago | health.com | Brandi Jones

Evgeniia Gordeeva / Getty Images Atopic dermatitis (the most common type of eczema) causes dry, itchy skin with rough, scaly patches. It affects up to 30% of children and 10% of adults, with about 60% of cases starting before age 1. Early treatment is important. Without it, atopic dermatitis can lead to skin infections, lasting skin changes, and mental health struggles. Working with a healthcare provider can help you understand your triggers, manage your symptoms, and prevent complications.