A tremor is an involuntary muscle movement that is common in the hands. Most people's hands shake very slightly when they move them. Several health concerns can cause more noticeable shaking, but periodic hand tremors are normal and don't typically indicate serious illness.

During your fifth month of pregnancy, which is in the middle of the second trimester, your goal shouldn’t be dieting but rather about providing a bounty of nutritious foods for you and your growing baby.

Your PC muscle isn’t politically correct. Instead, PC stands for pubococcygeus. This muscle is sometimes known as the pelvic floor muscle because it supports your bladder, bowel and, for women, the uterus as well.

Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) is produced by the pituitary gland, explains EndocrineWeb.com. The thyroid gland is stimulated to produce thyroid hormones by the TSH from the pituitary gland.

Iron symbolizes strength. Your body uses this essential nutrient for a variety of functions, such as powering your muscles and carrying life-sustaining oxygen to your organs and tissues. Testing for a normal iron level is important because too much or too little can lead to serious health problems.

Almost all babies develop a rash when they have diarrhea, according to Barton D. Schmitt, author of "Your Child's Health." The more often your baby soils his diaper, the more likely he is to develop painful diaper rash, sometimes accompanied by blisters.

A persistent cough lasts for more than three weeks, according to the Mayo Clinic, and requires a proper diagnosis to resolve. Several medical conditions, including asthma, bronchitis and inhalation of a foreign body, cause coughing.

The stalk of the rhubarb plant is used as both a food and medicinal supplement. Health applications of rhubarb supplements include relief of constipation, stomach ulcers, skin sores, and menopausal and allergy symptoms. More research is needed to examine these purported health benefits of rhubarb in humans.

Testosterone is typically thought of as a male hormone though it’s produced by both men and women. In men, who produce much larger amounts of the hormone, it leads to development of the uniquely male physical and sexual characteristics, including behavioral changes.

Without a doubt, we live in a high-tech world. It seems a new gadget for promoting better health comes along every day; but according to Life Span, a simple rocking chair can improve your health and increase overall well-being.

Many women experience an irregular menstrual cycle sometime in their lives. This may last for a short time or may be a lifelong feature of their cycles. Causes include polyps, breastfeeding, chemotherapy, stress and drug use. Diet pills fall in this last category, and often knock menstrual cycles off kilter.

Pregnancy is typically a time filled with anticipation and excitement as you wait for the new arrival. But if you develop left-sided abdominal pain, it can be worrisome and interfere with your sense of well-being.