Abdominal & Urinary Conditions Kidney stones are hard masses of mineral deposits formed in the kidney(s). They can be as small as a tiny pebble or an inch or more across. They are more common in men. Kidney Stones Signs & Symptoms Some kidney stones cause no symptoms. Small ones can be passed, without pain, […]
General Health Conditions Track and control your blood pressure and blood levels for cholesterol, triglycerides, and glucose. Discuss with your doctor what your target numbers should be based on your personal health and risk factors. © American Institute for Preventive Medicine
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Pregnancy & Prenatal Care There are two ways a baby may be born: * Through the vagina (vaginal birth). Contractions of the uterus push the baby out through the cervix into the vagina. The baby passes through the vagina to enter the world. * Cesarean section (C-section). This is a surgical method. The baby is
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Abdominal & Urinary Conditions Lactose is the natural sugar in milk. A person with lactose intolerance lacks enough of the enzyme, lactase, to digest this sugar. Signs & Symptoms * Nausea. * Cramps. * Bloating. * Gas. * Diarrhea. These symptoms start about 30 minutes to 2 hours after you eat or drink foods with
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Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions Laryngitis is when your larynx (voice box) is irritated or swollen. Signs & Symptoms * Hoarse, husky, and weak voice or loss of voice. * Cough. * Sore throat, fever, and/or trouble swallowing. Causes Common causes are allergies and irritants like smoke; bacterial or viral infections; and strained vocal cords.
First Aid Knowing how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can mean the difference between life and death. CPR can restore the flow of oxygen to the brain if the heart has stopped beating due to heart attack, drowning, electrical shock, suffocation, or a drug overdose. Learn to perform CPR correctly. Take a CPR training course
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Brain & Nervous System As adults grow older, it’s important for brain health to have new learning challenges, and to improve problem-solving and reasoning skills. Endless possibilities: Choose a subject or a skill you are curious about or wished you explored when you were younger. Want to learn a musical instrument? Become more computer-savvy? Improve
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Women’s Health If you are told that you need a hysterectomy (surgical removal of the uterus), get a second opinion. Your medical insurance plan may even require it. Your condition may have other treatment options. Hysterectomies are still warranted for: * Large fibroids. * Severe hemorrhaging not controlled with medication. Irreversible damage from an untreated
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Bone & Muscle Problems Pain in the legs or ankles can range from mild to severe. The type and amount of pain depends on the cause. For Pain, in General * Take an over-the-counter medicine for pain as directed on the label. If the pain is not better after a few doses, call your doctor.
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Abdominal & Urinary Conditions Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a problem that mostly affects the bowel (the large intestine) and is not caused by any other bowel disease. It can be painful, does not damage the colon or lead to other health problems. Signs & Symptoms * Gas, bloating, pain, or discomfort in the abdomen.
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