Heather Austin MS, LCPC

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• Adderall: Side Effects, High, Abuse, Withdrawal

  What is Adderall?Adderall is the brand name of a prescription drug that contains a mixture of amphetamine salts, specifically 75% dextroamphetamine and 25% levoamphetamine salts. It belongs to the drug class called central nervous system (CNS) stimulants. It is also classified among...

• Is Rosacea Contagious?

  One of the most commonly asked questions by many people is whether rosacea is contagious or not. Rosacea is a common skin inflammatory condition affecting nearly 14 million people of the United States alone. It causes redness and a pimple like rash on the face, especially over the forehead, cheeks...

• What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Dehydration?

  Dehydration is a condition that arises from a water deficiency in a person's body. The condition causes your body to malfunction, leading to blood clotting, convulsions, and other possibly fatal problems. According to researchers, even slight dehydration can adversely affect your strength and mood....

• What Are Colon Polyps?

  Colon polyps are small outgrowths from the inner lining of the colon and are made up of clumps of cells. The size of these polyps may range from few millimeters to centimeters. These protrusions are not usually cancerous in nature but may become one with the passage of time, in some cases. Location...

• What is Anaphylaxis?

  Anaphylaxis refers to a severe allergic response, which can become life threatening if not treated immediately. It is often characterized by swelling, sudden lowering of blood pressure, difficulty breathing, and dilation of blood vessels. In some severe cases, the person may go into a state of...