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Ovarian Cyst
An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac in or on a person’s ovary. It is very common. Many times, these… surgery if the cyst: Doesn’t go away after several menstrual periods Gets larger Looks unusual on the sonogram Causes pain In addition, if you’re past…
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Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder that affects the nervous system and causes tremors, slowed movements and stiff muscles… classes of medicines, such as dopamine agonists or anticholinergics, can also help. Your doctor will recommend the best treatment for you. In addition to medicine, your…
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Hope After a Life-Changing Diagnosis
From diagnosis through ongoing treatment, I help my patients who have HIV live longer, healthier lives and avoid passing HIV… see her kids for well-child visits, and help her husband avoid getting HIV. She and her husband are even thinking about adding one more child…
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Managing Your Child’s Medicine
child has a hard time swallowing pills, ask if the medicine is available as a chewable or liquid. Ask your pharmacist to add flavor to liquid medicines. Let your child choose the flavor. They may be more willing to take the medicine if they were…
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Exercise During Pregnancy
Exercise offers many benefits during a normal, uncomplicated pregnancy. Talk to your doctor before starting an exercise program while… a day. Exercising burns extra calories that your baby needs to grow and develop. If you exercise, ask your doctor how many additional calories you should…
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Rape
Rape is any form of sexual activity that you don’t agree to. It can range from being touched to being… go to the hospital and call the police. Also remember, rape is not the answer to a problem. If you have an addiction to sex…
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High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a medical condition that occurs when your blood moves through your arteries at higher pressure… is caused by disease or the medicine you take, talk to your doctor. They may be able to prescribe a different medicine. Additionally, treating any…
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Keeping Your Child Healthy During Cancer Remission
A child’s cancer remission is good news, but parents should remain vigilant while celebrating the condition status… Every parent whose child has been diagnosed with cancer wants to hear this word: remission. A complete remission is when the signs and symptoms of cancer have disappeared…
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Arrhythmia
An arrhythmia is a change in the rhythm of your heartbeat. Your heart may beat too fast, too slow, or… What is arrhythmia? An arrhythmia is a change in the rhythm of your heartbeat. Your heart may beat too fast (tachycardia) or too slow…
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Drug-Nutrient Interactions and Drug-Supplement Interactions | Examples of Dietary Supplement Interactions
Some dietary supplements can cause interactions with prescription and over-the-counter medicines. Learn which ones you should watch out for… Almost half of all Americans say they have taken a dietary supplement. A dietary supplement is a vitamin, mineral, or herb that you take to improve…
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Dietary Supplements: What You Need to Know
Dietary supplements are any substances you take to improve your health or wellness… Dietary supplements are any substances you take to improve your health or wellness. This includes vitamins, minerals, and herbs. The most common form is a pill, or capsule. You also can get…
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Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a skin-coloring disorder. It produces white patches on your skin. It mostly occurs in areas of the skin… What is vitiligo? Vitiligo is a skin-coloring disorder. It produces white patches on your skin. It mostly occurs in areas that are exposed to…
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Learn about the causes of and treatment options for seborrheic dermatitis… What is seborrheic dermatitis? Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition. It affects the scalp, face or inside the ear. The affected areas have white to yellowish flakes. The skin also can be…
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Hypopituitarism
Hypopituitarism is a disorder in which the pituitary gland doesn’t make enough hormones… What is hypopituitarism? Hypopituitarism is a disorder in which your body doesn’t make enough hormones from the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland is a small, bean-shaped gland at the base of your brain. It plays a role…
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is the name of a group of disorders that cause the intestines to become inflamed (red… What is inflammatory bowel disease? Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is the name of a group of disorders that cause the intestines to become inflamed…
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Dementia
Dementia is a group of symptoms often caused by changes in brain structure. It often occurs in older people but… What is dementia? Dementia isn’t a disease. It’s a group of symptoms that can be caused by changes in brain structure. Dementia often occurs…
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Mental Health Myths: Stop the Stigma
The stigma around mental health often prevents people from getting treatment they need. Dispelling some of the myths about mental… Mental health is widely misunderstood. There is a stigma that surrounds mental health issues. This stigma prevents people from getting the help they need. The…
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Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is abnormal growth of cells in the lungs… What is lung cancer? Lung cancer is abnormal growth of cells in the lungs. It is one of the most common forms of cancer in the world. More people in the United States die…
