Jay N. Yepuri

1 week ago | health.com | Sarah Hudgens |Jay N. Yepuri

Thana Prasongsin / Getty Images Stress and anxiety can influence your health and lifestyle habits in many ways. Stress-related effects can create a chain reaction, making hemorrhoids more likely. Hemorrhoids , also known as piles, are swollen veins in the anus or rectum. Hemorrhoids appear as hard lumps and may cause pain, itching, and bleeding. They can develop from factors that create too much pressure in the abdomen or pelvic region around these veins.

1 month ago | health.com | Lindsay Curtis |Jay N. Yepuri

Liver fibrosis is the buildup of scar tissue in the liver, the organ that helps you digest food, store energy, and remove toxins. Liver fibrosis occurs as the organ tries to repair itself from inflammation or injury. Early diagnosis and treatment of the underlying cause can help reverse liver fibrosis, slow its progression, or prevent it from developing into cirrhosis (severe scarring).

1 month ago | verywellhealth.com | Amber J Tresca |Jay N. Yepuri

Acid reflux occurs when acid flows up from the stomach into the esophagus (food tube) and the mouth. Although occasional acid reflux is common, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may be diagnosed when it occurs frequently (a few times a week or more). Acid reflux and GERD, a chronic form, both cause heartburn and other symptoms. Untreated GERD may cause long-term problems with the esophagus (ulcers or scarring), increase the risk of esophageal cancer, and lead to tooth decay.