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Blighted ovum: What causes it?
A Mayo Clinic specialist explains what's behind this type of early pregnancy loss.
Blood in semen
Finding blood in your semen can be alarming, but the cause is usually benign. Find out possible causes and when to see a doctor.
Blood pressure readings: Why higher at home?
Blood pressure that consistently measures higher outside a medical office is called masked hypertension.
Blood pressure: Does it have a daily pattern?
Like many body functions, blood pressure has a daily pattern. Find out more.
Brain tumor
Find out more about the different types, signs, symptoms and causes of brain tumors, which are growths of cells in the brain.
Breastfeeding and alcohol: Is it OK to drink?
Breastfeeding and alcohol don't mix well. A Mayo Clinic specialist discusses how alcohol affects breast milk.
Breastfeeding positions
Breastfeeding can be awkward at first. Experiment with various positions until you feel comfortable.
Breastfeeding strike: Why do babies refuse to nurse?
Understand why babies sometimes refuse to breastfeed and what you can do about it.
COPD
This chronic inflammatory lung disease causes obstructed airflow from the lungs, resulting in breathing difficulty, cough, mucus production and wheezing.
Caffeine: How does it affect blood pressure?
Caffeinated drinks can raise blood pressure in the short term. But the long-term effects on blood pressure aren't clear.
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