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Diarrhea
Learn more about what causes this common, unpleasant digestive condition, and how you can treat and prevent it.
Do you have a living will?
Life-threatening situations can happen to anyone, so it's important to have a living will or other advance directive. These documents spell out your preferences regarding medical treatments you would or would not want to keep you alive. You can also outline your preferences for other medical decisions, such as pain management or organ donation. By planning ahead, you can get the medical care you want and save your family from having to make tough decisions in a crisis.
Dry orgasm
It's possible for men to reach sexual climax without ejaculating. Learn about the possible causes.
Dysarthria
This condition affects muscles used for speaking. Speech therapy and treating the underlying cause may improve speech.
Early HIV symptoms: What are they?
Early signs of the disease can include fever, fatigue and swollen lymph glands. Learn more.
Easy bruising: Why does it happen?
Get the facts about easy bruising. Learn about causes and find out when it's a sign of a problem.
Emergency health information: Keep your personal and family records within reach
Emergency preparedness includes making sure you can quickly access critical health information for you and your family.
Fibromyalgia: Linked to other health problems?
Fibromyalgia often co-exists with several other painful conditions, which may be related to how your body processes pain signals.
Flu symptoms: Should I see my doctor?
See a healthcare professional if you are at high risk for complications from flu.
Food allergy vs. food intolerance: What's the difference?
Might you have to swear off milkshakes for good? Follow the symptom clues to find out whether you possibly have a food allergy or a food intolerance.
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