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Dangers of Vaping
Vaping uses electronic cigarettes (or e-cigarettes) to simulate traditional cigarette smoking. E-cigarettes are often marketed as a safer alternative to… someone touches, sniffs, or drinks it. This has resulted in an increase in poisoning cases of children under 5 who have had access to the…
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Multiple Sclerosis and Pregnancy
If you have multiple sclerosis (MS) and are planning to get pregnant, talk to your doctor beforehand… may need a cesarean section (C-section). You may also need a C-section if you become overly tired during labor. Taking anesthesia during labor is no riskier for women…
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Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism, or an overactive thyroid, means your thyroid gland makes too much hormone. This can cause weight loss, tremors, and… family history of thyroid disease Are younger than 40 or older than 60 Have certain problems, such as type 1 diabetes, pernicious anemia, or an immune…
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Balancing Your Food Plate
Creating a nutritional balance for every meal is essential for good health… your knowledge of what you’ve always done versus what you should do. Start Simple with MyPlate app: A simple way of accessing plans and other information. MyPlate on Alexa: Again, another use of…
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Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Abnormal uterine bleeding is any heavy or unusual bleeding from the uterus. In most women, abnormal uterine bleeding is caused… will make sure you don’t have a low blood count from the blood loss, which could lead to iron deficiency and anemia. An ultrasound exam…
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Strep Throat
Strep throat is an infection caused by bacteria. It is called “strep” because the bacteria that causes the infection is… sore throat feel better? Here are some things that might help you feel better: Take ibuprofen (two brand names: Advil, Motrin) or acetaminophen (one brand…
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Back Pain During Pregnancy
Back pain during pregnancy is common and varies in severity… According to the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), low back pain is the fifth most common reason for doctor visits. Most women who are pregnant have some degree of back pain. Women who had…
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Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
Only 1% of women experience multiple miscarriages. They can be caused by health conditions including chromosome defects and uterus… What is recurrent pregnancy loss? Recurrent pregnancy loss is when you have 2 or more pregnancy losses, or miscarriages. Miscarriage is when your pregnancy ends…
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Infertility
Infertility means a couple isn’t able to become pregnant after 1 year of having regular, unprotected sex. Infertility can affect… What is infertility? Infertility means a couple isn’t able to become pregnant after 1 year of having regular, unprotected sex. Infertility can affect both women…
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Somatic Symptom Disorder
Somatic symptom and related disorders represents the physical pain and symptoms a person feels from psychological factors… What is somatic symptom and related disorders? Somatic symptom and related disorders is the name for a group of conditions in which the physical pain and symptoms a…
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Teens and Sexting
Sexting is the sending of sexual photos, videos, or messages from a cell phone or computer. The images can be… Sexting is the sending of sexual photos, videos, or messages from a cell phone or computer. The images can be of nudity or of a…
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Depression Is Common and Treatable
When a patient is diagnosed with depression, I’m trained to provide care that ranges from prescribing antidepressants to helping them… Depression is a medical illness that affects people of all ages. It can make it hard for people to take care of themselves or…
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Monitoring Baby’s Heart Rate During Labor
Fetal heart rate monitoring keeps track of your baby’s heart rate. This helps your doctor detect problems that may develop… Your baby’s heart rate is usually monitored during labor. This is called fetal heart rate monitoring. It is done to keep track of your baby’s…
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Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A (Hep A) is liver inflammation caused by the hepatitis A virus. It isn’t typically as serious as hepatitis… What is hepatitis? Hepatitis is a general term for inflammation of the liver. Normally, the liver breaks down waste products in your blood. But when the liver is inflamed, it doesn’t…
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Palliative Care
Palliative care is designed to improve the quality of care for a person who has a serious or life-threatening… Palliative care is designed to help people who have a serious illness. The illness may chronic (ongoing) or life-threatening. This includes a form of cancer that…
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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… Note: The National Sexual Assault Hotline, 1-800-656-4673, is available 24 hours, 7 days a week. Rape is any form of sexual activity that you don’t…
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Addison’s Disease
Addison’s disease is a condition that affects your body’s adrenal glands. It interferes with your body’s ability to produce certain… What is Addison’s disease? Addison's disease is a condition that affects your body's adrenal glands. These glands are located on top of your kidneys…
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Trigeminal neuralgia is a condition that causes burning, electric or shock-like pain in the face. It is caused by a… What is trigeminal neuralgia? Trigeminal neuralgia is a painful condition that causes an extreme burning, electric or shock-like pain in the face. The pain…
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