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How Grapefruit Interacts with Certain Drugs: Drug-Food Interactions
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice can cause negative side effects with certain medications… Grapefruit and grapefruit juice have many nutritional benefits. But they can have a negative impact on your health by interfering with your medicine. Before you consume grapefruit or grapefruit juice, check to…
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Blood Pressure Monitoring at Home
Monitoring your blood pressure at home may be necessary for certain medical conditions… Many people monitor their blood pressure at home. They often do this to manage or treat a certain health condition. If you monitor your blood pressure at home, keep a record or…
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Halitosis
Halitosis is another name for bad breath. It can be caused by foods you eat or not taking proper care… your family doctor to find out if a more serious problem is causing it. Bad breath may be a sign of a health problem. Sinus…
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Caring for a Person Who Has Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities
Caring for a person who has intellectual or developmental disabilities can be challenging and rewarding… for to help. If so, here are a few tips to help: Tell the doctor about the person’s current and past health issues. Create a “health journal” in a notebook…
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Thrush
Thrush is a yeast infection that occurs on your tongue and the lining of your mouth… pain? Do you have any tips for breastfeeding a newborn that has thrush? Resources Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Candida infections of the mouth, throat, and esophagus National…
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Vibrio Vulnificus Infection
Vibrio vulnificus is a type of bacteria found in warm seawater and contaminated shellfish. It can cause flu-like symptoms and… What is vibrio vulnificus infection? Vibrio vulnificus s a type of germ (bacteria) found in warm seawater. It comes from contaminated shellfish (especially oysters) or…
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How to Support an Addict
Supporting a loved one who has an addiction, whether to alcohol, drugs, gambling, or something else, can be tough. But… if my loved one becomes violent to themselves or to others? Resources American Academy of Family Physicians: Finding the Right Addiction Treatment Program Substance Abuse…
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Heartburn
Heartburn is a burning feeling in the lower chest, along with a sour taste in the throat and mouth. It… What is heartburn? Despite its name, heartburn doesn’t affect the heart. Heartburn is a burning feeling in the lower chest, along with a sour or bitter taste in…
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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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Ways to Increase Low Testosterone
Testosterone is a sex hormone that your body makes. Normally, men produce more of it than women do. Some men… Testosterone is a sex hormone that your body makes. Normally, men produce more of it than women do. Some men may have low amounts of…
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Hiding in Plain Sight: Diagnosing Hypothyroidism
A new patient thought her symptoms were just part of getting older. By taking time to ask the right questions,… An important part of being a family doctor is getting to know my patients. Starting with the first visit, I want to build ongoing,…
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Complete Blood Count (CBC)
A complete blood count test measures the different cells and platelets in your blood to give a doctor a picture… A complete blood count (CBC) is a blood test that measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and blood platelets (cells that help your blood…
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Newborn Sleep Routines
Establishing a sleep routine for your newborn will help both the baby and you develop stability and predictability… The first few weeks of your baby’s life can be some of the toughest for you. As your baby adjusts to being out of the womb, your…
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Newborn Reflexes and Behavior
Newborn babies have limited control over their bodies, but they do have certain behaviors and reflexes that parents need to… Newborn babies are precious, dependent little creatures. They have limited control over their bodies when they first enter the world. However, they are born with…
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For Parents: What to Expect When Your Child Goes Through Puberty
Puberty is the time in life when your child’s body becomes sexually mature. Your child will experience many changes in… Puberty is the time in life when your child’s body becomes sexually mature. Your child will experience many changes in their body during this…
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High Blood Pressure Medicines
There are many medicines used to treat high blood pressure. Talk to your doctor to help figure out which one… Blood pressure is the amount of force that your blood puts on your artery walls as it moves through your body. High blood pressure (also called hypertension) occurs when…
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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… Constipation is a common condition that makes it difficult to have a bowel movement. It can be caused by: Your diet Certain medicines Dehydration Too little…
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Deciding When to See a Doctor
Knowing when to see a doctor is an important decision. While there are no set rules, some general guidelines can… Should I go to the doctor? Most of us have asked that question at one time or another. Whether it’s a bad cold, a funny-looking…
