A fever causes an elevation in temperature brought on by inflammation, autoimmune disorders, and bacterial and viral infections. Hyperpyrexia differs from a fever, which occurs when a person’s temperature is 105.8 degrees F and above. The average temperature is 98.7 degrees, and a low-grade fever is 99.1 F to 100.4 F; a moderate grade is…

“60-80% of healthy individuals experience somatic symptoms on any given week.” (Kellner, 1987) Hypochondria is also known as illness anxiety disorder or somatic symptom disorder and is often referred to as “health anxiety.” What is a Hypochondriac? A hypochondriac is someone with extreme anxiety around an illness and fear that they are developing services, often…

The adrenal glands are located on top of the kidneys and produce hormones that help regulate blood pressure, heart rate, and other bodily functions. These glands also release adrenaline as a response to stress. When these glands become overworked or under-rested, they can cause fatigue and other symptoms such as anxiety, depression, weight gain or…

Pantothenic acid is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential to many bodily functions. The symptoms of pantothenic acid deficiency are fatigue, muscle cramps, irritability, and insomnia. It’s important to get enough pantothenic acid because it helps the body make energy from food into adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Pantothenic Acid also helps maintain healthy skin by providing…