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Pain and depression: Is there a link?
Depression can cause unexplained physical symptoms, such as headaches. Chronic pain can cause problems that lead to depression, such as poor sleep.
Nervous breakdown: What does it mean?
Nervous breakdown isn't a medical term. It most often means a mental health crisis that affects your ability to meet your own needs and do daily tasks.
The dawn phenomenon: What can you do?
Take steps to prevent this early-morning increase in blood sugar.
Do infrared saunas have any health benefits?
How is an infrared sauna different from a traditional sauna? Light provides the heat.
Craving and chewing ice: A sign of anemia?
Craving and chewing ice (pagophagia) is often associated with iron deficiency with or without anemia.
Flu symptoms: Should I see my doctor?
See a healthcare professional if you are at high risk for complications from flu.
White patch on skin: A cause for concern?
A small white patch on skin may have several causes, including eczema, psoriasis and vitiligo.
Colloidal silver supplements: Are they safe?
Colloidal silver supplements are often promoted as cure-alls, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking. Side effects range from change in skin color to organ damage.
Kombucha tea: Does it have health benefits?
Does kombucha tea live up to its reputation as a health tonic?
Multiple sclerosis: Can it cause seizures?
Seizures occur more often in people with multiple sclerosis than in the general population.
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