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A specific phobia is a type of anxiety disorder. It causes an intense fear of a certain object or situation. Many people with this disorder fear animals, such as dogs or snakes. Other people are afraid of closed spaces (claustrophobia), heights (acrophobia), or flying. Often, there's no reason to be afraid. Yet the fear seems beyond your control.

Social phobia (also called social anxiety disorder) is an intense fear of being humiliated in a social or work setting. To avoid the anxiety, you may stay away from group settings.

Do you have trouble sleeping? Many women do. Some life changes are unique to women, such as pregnancy or menopause. These changes, along with the demands of family and work, can affect your health and your sleep. Talk to your doctor if your sleep problems last more than a few weeks.

What affects your sleep

Many factors can affect how well you sleep. Hormone changes can cause mood swings, insomnia, and other problems. Balancing many roles, such as mother, partner, worker, and caretaker, can also take a toll on your sleep. Worries about these competing demands can keep you awake at night. And, of

Spermicides help prevent pregnancy by killing sperm before they can enter the uterus. Read on to learn more.

Mucus helps keep your sinuses clean. But mucus may build up in the sinuses from colds, allergies, or blockages. These things interfere with the natural drainage of mucus. This may lead to sinusitis. Read on to learn more.

Follow these helpful tips to prevent getting colds and other infections.

Imaging tests can help your healthcare provider learn more about your sinuses. Find out about the tests you may have to confirm your diagnosis.

Know what to expect during a sleep study in a sleep lab.

Sleepwalking is a sleep disorder that usually involves walking while in a deep sleep. It is much more common in children than adults.