Glands are important organs located throughout the body. They produce and release substances that perform certain functions. Though you have many glands throughout your body, they fall into two types: ...

Everyone knows that sweating is the body's way of cooling you down -- when sweat reaches the surface of your skin, it evaporates, which has a cooling effect. But not many people understand exactly ...

The human body is full of marvels, some even bordering on miraculous. That includes the limited ability for nerves to regenerate after injuries, allowing people to regain some function and feeling.

Sweating is a crucial bodily function for temperature regulation, with normal amounts varying significantly. While excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) can signal health issues, insufficient sweating ...

We've all felt it: At first comes the trickle, and then the flood. It's embarrassed us, and even torpedoed a presidential campaign. But when was the last time you were grateful for … sweat? Many are ...

Could diabetes, stress or even cancer be to blame for your clammy hands or damp back? We reveal all... IT’S one thing to be sweating in the gym after a workout or on holiday when the sun is beating ...

Nigel Taylor receives, or has received, funding from Defence Science & Technology, Fire & Rescue NSW, the Australian Research Council, the National Health & Medical Research Council, the National ...

Several things can cause an odor behind your ears, from sweat buildup to an infection. Many causes can be treated by regularly washing behind your ears, but others may require medical treatment. When ...