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Eye Problems
Eye problems, including eye pain or redness and changes in your vision may be signs of a problem that requires…
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Elimination Problems or Constipation in Infants and Children
Follow this chart for more information about changes in an infant or child’s bowel movements.
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Elimination Problems or Constipation
Follow this chart for more information about pain, itching or blood with a bowel movement.
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Ear Problems
Ear problems are often caused by an infection. However, other conditions may also cause ear pain or discomfort. Follow this…
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Diarrhea
Diarrhea is an uncomfortable condition that can have many causes. Most cases of diarrhea will go away on their own…
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Cough
A cough is an annoying symptom that can have many causes. Follow this chart to help identify your problem and…
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Chest Pain, Chronic
Many problems can cause symptoms in the chest area, such as discomfort, shortness of breath or pain with swallowing. Follow…
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Chest Pain, Acute
Severe, sudden chest pain can represent a life-threatening problem. Follow this chart for more information.
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Chest Pain in Infants and Children
Chest pain isn’t just a problem for adults. It may occur in a child as well. Many of the causes…
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Breast Problems in Women
Breast lumps, pain, discharge or skin problems can be a sign of a minor problem or something more serious, so…
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Abdominal Pain (Stomach Pain), Short-term
Just about everyone has had a “stomachache” at one time or another. But sudden severe abdominal pain (stomach pain), also…
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Abdominal Pain (Stomach Pain), Long-term
Ongoing or recurrent abdominal pain (stomach pain), also called chronic pain, may be difficult to diagnose, causing frustration for both…
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Poisoning
Poison is any substance that is harmful to your body. You could breathe it in, swallow it, or absorb it…
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Medical Errors: Tips to Help Prevent Them
Medical errors are one of the nation’s leading causes of death and injury. Help prevent errors by becoming an active…
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Mallet Finger
Mallet finger is an injury to your fingertip that prevents you from straightening it. It is common in sports, especially…
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Leprosy
Leprosy is a chronic infection caused by bacteria. It can affect the skin, nerves of the hands and feet, eyes,…
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Intoeing
Most people’s feet point straight ahead or outward. Some people, however, have feet that point inward. This is called…
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Ingrown Toenails
An ingrown toenail occurs when the side or corner of the nail curls down and digs into the skin of…
