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Niacin overdose: What are the symptoms?
When niacin is taken as prescribed for high cholesterol, overdose is unlikely.
Warfarin diet: What foods should I avoid?
Certain foods and drinks may affect how the blood thinner warfarin works. Know which foods and beverages are OK when you're taking the medicine.
Female orgasm: No climax with vaginal penetration?
Not all women have orgasms with vaginal penetration during sex. Most women need stimulation of the clitoris to climax.
Coping with pain after breast surgery
Pain is common after mastectomy and other breast cancer operations. Find out what causes it and learn about treatment options.
Induced lactation: Can I breastfeed my adopted baby?
With time and dedication, breastfeeding without pregnancy (induced lactation) might be possible.
Polypill: Does it treat heart disease?
This combination pill contains small doses of several commonly prescribed heart disease medicines.
Natural breast enhancement: Do supplements work?
Breast enhancement supplements haven't been proved effective and could cause side effects.
Antibiotics and pregnancy: What's safe?
Learn about common types of antibiotics used during pregnancy and their safety.
Testosterone therapy in women: Does it boost sex drive?
This type of hormonal therapy may boost sex drive for some women, but its long-term safety is unclear.
Recurring strep throat: When is tonsillectomy useful?
Tonsillectomy may sometimes be needed in children who have recurring strep throat infections.
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