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Flu Symptoms vs. Cold Symptoms
The common cold and the flu are both contagious respiratory illnesses caused by viruses. They share many symptoms, but they… Flu-like symptoms that improve but return with a fever and a worse cough. Worsening of a chronic medical condition (such as diabetes or heart disease)…
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Early Pregnancy Loss
An early pregnancy loss is a miscarriage that occurs on its own in the first 20 weeks of the… older. You are at highest risk when you are age 35 or older. Some medical conditions also increase your risk. These include: Diabetes. Thyroid disease. Polycystic…
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Biopsy
A biopsy is a procedure to remove tissue, fluid, or a growth from your body to examine tissue or a… doctor What are needle biopsies used for beyond diagnosing cancer? Is the risk of biopsy complications worse for patients with Type 2 diabetes? What if…
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a gastrointestinal (GI) disorder. It describes a group of symptoms that affect your large intestine… linked to any other health conditions? Resources National Institutes of Health, MedlinePlus: Irritable Bowel Syndrome National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive…
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Health Guides: Healthy Lifestyle Includes Mind and Body
Adopting healthy habits allows you to take charge of both your physical and mental health, as well as positively influencing… exercise Being active also is important to a healthy lifestyle. And it’s important in preventing serious problems like heart disease and diabetes. However, before you…
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Laxatives: OTC Products for Constipation
Constipation is a common condition that makes it difficult to have a bowel movement but over-the-counter medicine can help… and starting treatment. Some people are at risk for electrolyte imbalances while taking certain laxatives. They include children and people who have diabetes or kidney disease…
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Prostatitis
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland that happens when the tissue becomes swollen an irritated… What is prostatitis? The prostate is a gland that is part of the male reproductive system. It’s about the size of a walnut and helps in sperm…
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Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that is most common in people over the age of 65. There is… What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia. Dementia is a condition that describes a wide range of symptoms. The symptoms are associated…
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The Exercise Habit
Daily exercise is a good habit and important for a healthy mind and body… Daily exercise is a good habit and important for a healthy mind and body. Forming healthy habits is easier said than done. Most people want to be healthy. We know the…
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Flatulence/Gas
Flatulence is another name for gas. It happens when air stays in your abdomen after you eat. It can be… What is flatulence/gas? Flatulence is another name for gas. You’ve experienced it. In fact, it’s normal for people pass gas several times a day…
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Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are swollen or inflamed veins in your rectum or around your anus. They are very common, especially in people… What are hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids are swollen or inflamed veins in your rectum or around your anus. They are very common, especially in people who…
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute bronchitis is a contagious viral infection that causes inflammation of the bronchial tubes (the airways that carry air into… What is acute bronchitis? Acute bronchitis is a contagious viral infection that causes inflammation of the bronchial tubes. These are the airways that carry…
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Peyronie’s Disease
Peyronie’s disease is the buildup of fibrous scar tissue in the penis, causing it to curve… What is Peyronie’s disease? Peyronie’s disease is the buildup of fibrous scar tissue in the penis, causing it to curve. The curve can be slight to severe. A severe curve can…
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Pneumonia and Walking Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. How serious it is depends on what caused the pneumonia, your age, and… What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. It causes the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs to get inflamed (irritated and…
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Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern. You fast during a certain period of time each day. You then eat during… You may have heard of the term intermittent fasting. It’s a popular topic nowadays. Some people talk about it when looking for a way…
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Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common type of heart disease caused by a buildup of plaque in your… What is coronary heart disease? Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common type of heart disease. It is also called coronary artery disease (CAD)…
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Healthy Ways to Gain Weight If You’re Underweight
While many people who are overweight have a hard time losing weight, being underweight can cause health problems, too… Weight loss is a serious issue in the United States. Consumers constantly see advertisements and news reports on trendy diets, flashy products, and magic pills promising…
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Talking to Your Doctor About Your Mental Health
About 1 in 5 people will experience mental illness in their lifetime. Talking with your doctor about your mental health… Talking about mental illness can be hard. There is a stigma that surrounds mental health and mental illness. It can prevent people from getting…
