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Nighttime headaches: How can I get relief?
"Alarm clock" (hypnic) headaches wake people up. But other nighttime headaches also can disrupt sleep. Relief begins with determining the cause.
Sulfa allergy: Which medications should I avoid?
Sulfa allergy: A Mayo Clinic expert discusses which medications are likely to cause problems.
Nocturnal panic attacks: What causes them?
Nighttime panic attacks can cause sweating, rapid heart rate, trembling, shortness of breath, heavy breathing, flushing or chills. Learn about treatment.
Asthma and acid reflux: Are they linked?
A Mayo Clinic expert discusses how acid reflux can make asthma worse.
Marijuana and depression: What's the link?
Marijuana and depression seem to go hand in hand for some people, but there's no clear evidence that marijuana directly causes depression.
Vitamin B-12 and depression: Are they related?
Low levels of vitamin B-12 and other B vitamins may be linked to depression, but more research is needed.
Stool color: When to worry
Stool color is usually a result of diet and is only rarely a concern.
Undigested food in stool: What does it mean?
Undigested food in stool generally isn't a problem unless it's accompanied by other symptoms.
Vitamin D toxicity: What if you get too much?
Understand the risks of too much vitamin D, including a toxic reaction.
Blood pressure: Does it have a daily pattern?
Like many body functions, blood pressure has a daily pattern. Find out more.
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