American Academy of Family Physicians.
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Colposcopy
A colposcopy is a type of women’s health exam. The purpose of the exam is to get a close look…
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Becoming Parents: What It Means for Couples
Having a baby changes many things at home, including your relationship with your partner. The following are some tips to…
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High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
Some women will experience high blood pressure during their pregnancy. Treatment varies depending on the type you have and how…
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Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease)
Metabolic dysfunction-associated liver disease is formerly known as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. It is a a buildup of fat in…
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Gallstones
Gallstones are hard deposits that form inside your gallbladder. They are most often caused when cholesterol becomes solid and can…
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Exercise-induced Bronchospasm
Exercise-induced bronchospasm is when the airways in your lungs narrow during exercise, making it hard to breath. This can make…
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Eating Disorders
An eating disorder is a mental health condition involving an obsession with food and weight that harms a person’s emotional…
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Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that affects people who have diabetes. It affects the retina. A healthy retina is…
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Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your body doesn’t make or use the hormone insulin properly.
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Depression
Depression is a mood disorder that affects people of all ages and is different for everyone. A person who has…
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
COPD is a disease that makes it hard for you to breathe. The two main types of COPD are chronic…
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Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a screening test that will help your doctor check for colorectal cancer. It may be used for…
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Hoarding
Hoarding is an anxiety disorder that makes a person with this disorder unable to get rid of things, even things…
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Sports and Exercise at Every Age
Maintaining an exercise program is important at any age. It can help you build a foundation when you’re young and…
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Family Doctor vs. Quick-care Clinic
Family doctors and quick-care clinics both have advantages for seeking care at home or on the road.
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Take Cholesterol to Heart
If you’re taking a statin, talk to your family doctor about factors such as statin intensity, risk for potential drug…
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Blood Clots
Blood clots are clumps of blood that form inside your body and can be harmful or even deadly if they…
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Benign Breast Conditions
A breast cyst is a fluid-filled sac inside the breast. Breast cysts are common in women. They might cause a…
