Women’s Health A number of vaginal problems occur in women over age 50. Often, the problems are due to changes in the vagina that come with menopause. These include: * Vaginal dryness * Thinning of the walls of the vagina * Loss of elasticity in the muscles in the vagina * Shrinkage of the labia […]
Women’s Health Varicose veins may occur in almost any part of the body. They are most often seen in the back of the calf or on the inside of the leg between the groin and the ankle. Signs & Symptoms * Swollen and twisted veins look blue and are close to the surface of the
Abdominal & Urinary Conditions Signs & Symptoms * Vomiting is throwing up the stomach’s contents. Dry heaves may precede or follow vomiting. * Nausea is when you feel like you’re going to throw up. Causes * Viruses in the intestines. Eating spoiled food or eating or drinking too much. * A side effect of some
Pregnancy & Prenatal Care Many couples don’t conceive as quickly as they’d like to. You can improve your chances of getting pregnant if you follow these measures. * Avoid alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana. * Avoid foods and beverages that contain caffeine. * Avoid extreme overweight or underweight. * Lie on your back with your hips
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Skin Conditions Warts are small skin growths. Most are harmless and painless. They can appear on any part of the body. Signs & Symptoms * Common warts. These are firm and often have a rough surface. They are round or have an irregular shape. They are found on places subject to injury, such as the
General Health Conditions Having clean hands is one of the most important things you can do to prevent getting sick and spreading disease-causing germs. That’s why technique matters. Add water & soap:Wet hands with clean, running water (warm or cold) and apply soap. Lather up:Lather all parts of your hands well by rubbing them together.
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General Health Conditions Washing hands regularly can do a lot to prevent disease. Wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds. Dry off your hands to stave off bacteria, choosing paper towels over hand dryers, if possible. Use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not readily
General Health Conditions Mosquito bites cause West Nile virus if the mosquito is infected with it. Signs & Symptoms Most people who get the virus will have no symptoms. About 1 in 5 persons will get mild ones (West Nile fever). Symptoms usually occur 3 to 14 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito.
Respiratory conditions Wheezing means you are having a problem with breathing. Air is flowing through swollen or tight breathing tubes. Signs & Symptoms * A high-pitched squeaky or whistling sound. This is heard more on breathing out than in. * Chest tightness. Causes * Asthma (the main cause). * Allergic reactions. * Congestive heart failure.
Dental & Mouth Concerns Crowns can restore teeth that are broken, chipped, missing, or damaged by decay or disease. A crown is a tooth-shaped porcelain cap that fits over the natural tooth. Crowns improve your appearance, but they also protect your teeth and prolong their useful life. Ask your dentist about crowns if you have
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