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Avulsion fracture: How is it treated?
Surgery is rarely needed to reattach a small chunk of bone when it gets pulled away from the main part of the bone by a tendon or ligament.
Baby naps: Daytime sleep tips
Know when and how long babies need to nap, how to put them down for naps and how to handle fussiness.
Baby sign language: A good idea?
Understand the benefits of baby sign language.
Bacterial vs. viral infections: How do they differ?
Understand the differences between bacterial and viral infections.
Barrel chest: What causes it?
Barrel chest isn't a disease, but it may indicate an underlying condition, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Bitter orange weight-loss supplements: Do they work?
Bitter orange is in some weight-loss supplements. It acts like a stimulant, which sounds promising but has risks.
Bladder infection in men
Although women are more likely to get bladder infections, men can get them, too. Learn about signs and symptoms and what could put you at risk.
Blood pressure: Is it affected by cold weather?
Blood pressure generally is higher in the winter than in the summer. Discover why.
Broken arm
Treatment depends on the site and severity of the injury. Simple breaks might be treated with a sling and ice. Complicated fractures may require surgery.
Bulging disk vs. herniated disk: What's the difference?
Compared with a bulging disk, a herniated disk is more likely to cause pain because it protrudes farther and is more likely to compress nerve roots.
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