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Nosebleeds
A nosebleed is blood loss from the tissue that lines your nose. It most often occurs in only one nostril,…
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Mastitis
Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast, usually caused by an infection. It can cause breast pain, tenderness, and flu-like…
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Hereditary Hemochromatosis
Hereditary hemochromatosis is a disease in which your body has too much iron. This extra iron can damage your tissues…
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Tooth Problems
A tooth that causes ongoing pain may be a sign of a serious problem. Use this chart to determine if…
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Throat Problems
Throat pain and mouth sores, along with other cold and flu symptoms, are common problems. This chart will direct you…
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Skin Rashes & Other Skin Problems
Skin rashes cause a noticeable texture or color change. Use our trusted symptom checker to find a possible diagnosis by…
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Cold and Flu
Follow this chart for information about how to treat the symptoms of a cold or the flu and how to…
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Breast Problems in Men
Although many people only associate breast problems with women, men can also be affected. If you have noticed changes in…
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Ankle Problems
Follow this chart for more information about problems that can cause ankle pain.
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Medical Review Panel
This Medical Review Panel, consisting of American Academy of Family Physician members, reviews each article for accuracy.
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Added Sugar: What You Need To Know
Sugar is a simple carbohydrate that provides calories for your body to use as energy. There are two main types…
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Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatic fever is a rare disease. It usually doesn’t happen in the United States. It’s tied to the bacteria that…
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Your Baby's Development: The First Trimester
From conception to delivery, your baby goes through several stages of development. The first third of your pregnancy is called…
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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Pelvic inflammatory disease is an infection of female reproductive organs. It can make it hard to get pregnant and cause…
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Your Baby's Development: The Third Trimester
The third trimester is the final part of your pregnancy in which your baby grows and matures. It lasts from…
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Using an Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitor
If you have high blood pressure, you may need to wear an ambulatory blood pressure monitor. It takes and records…
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Teens and Stress: Who Has Time For It?
Stress is a normal reaction for people of all ages. It’s caused by your body’s instinct to protect itself from…
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Sinusitis
Sinusitis is when the lining of your sinuses are inflamed. Due to the swelling, mucus that travels from your sinuses…
