Carlotta Butler, RN, MPH
Registered Nurse
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Co-authored Articles (16)
How to Feel Awake, Alert, and Calm After Only 4 Hours of Sleep
The best ways to stay mentally focused when you're sleep-deprivedSome people are born with a gene, called the hDEC2 gene that allows them to function on about 6 hours and 15 minutes of sleep. These “short sleepers” c...
How to
Remove a Raised Mole
Everything you need to know about safely removing raised molesIf you have a mole that you would like to remove, you must first seek the advice of a physician. For the safest treatment, you should have a licensed ph...
How to
Clean Up After Bedwetting
Bedwetting, also known as nocturnal enuresis, is the involuntary release of urine while sleeping. Though children tend to be the most prone to bedwetting, it can happen to individuals in college and well into adulthood. ...
How to
Diagnose Malabsorption
Malabsorption is a condition that occurs when inflammation, disease, or injury prevents the small intestines from sufficiently absorbing nutrients. There are many different causes for malabsorption including cancer, celi...
What to Do If You Have the Flu: Recovery Tips & Tricks
The stomach flu, medically known as Gastroenteritis, can leave you sick for several days at a time. Although most often not fatal, recovery can be very difficult if the illness is not treated appropriately. If you want t...
How to
Recognize an Ascaris Infection
Ascariasis is a type of infection caused by a roundworm called ''Ascaris lumbricoides''. These parasitic worms eventually settle and grow in the small intestine — they can grow to 12 inches or more in length and drain ...
How to
Get Home After Medical Procedures As a Solo Adult
Undergoing a medical procedure is never fun, but can be even more of a hassle as a single adult. Ideally, find a friend or family member to accompany you to the procedure. In addition to companionship, you may need someo...
How to
Control Heartburn with Exercise
If you experience frequent heartburn, exercise can help you control it. Since being overweight increases your risk of suffering heartburn, you also may want to exercise to lose excess weight or to maintain your weight at...
How to
Manage Your Fidgeting
Energetic children can be very fidgety, and fidgeting usually diminishes as the person reaches adulthood. A certain degree of fidgeting can be normal and even beneficial. But if you find yourself getting distracted, you ...
How to
Stop Your Throat from Hurting
Sore throats are caused by allergies, excessive talking or yelling, pollution, or respiratory infections. Just as there are numerous causes of a sore throat, there are also many remedies. If you’re tired of having a so...
How to
Go to Bed Early
You’ve decided that you need more sleep, and that getting to bed earlier is the way to go. But with so many distractions and things to do that can keep us awake at night, this is easier said than done. Luckily, there a...
How to
Test for STDs at Home
While getting tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or sexually transmitted infections (STIs) may make you feel embarrassed, it's very important for your sexual health and wellbeing. If you are having symptoms ...
4 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Onion and Garlic Breath
Say goodbye to foul-smelling breath with these easy tipsOnion and garlic are delicious and popular ingredients that can greatly enhance a dish. Garlic, in particular, has also been linked to possible health benefits, inc...
How to
Get Lice Off Clothes
Once a head lice infestation has been removed from your hair, it's important to clean clothing and other fabric items to ensure that the lice are truly out of your household. The easiest way to get lice out of your clot...
How to
Wake Up On Time
Do you have trouble waking up on time in the morning? Are you afraid you might lose your job or fail a class because you can’t get out of bed? If you’re chronically late for work, or if you just need to make sure you...
How to
Support a Friend After Surgery
Surgery can be traumatic for many people. If you have a friend who's just undergone a procedure, you may be concerned about what to say or do. There are many great ways to be supportive after a surgery, and if you stay e...
