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Cellulitis infection: Is it contagious?
Cellulitis — a common, potentially serious bacterial skin infection — is not directly contagious.
Cervical cysts: Can they be cancerous?
Cervical cysts usually aren't cancerous. Some types of cervical cysts are so common that they're considered a normal feature of cervical anatomy.
Cigar smoking: Safer than cigarette smoking?
Despite what you might think, cigars aren't that different from cigarettes. Like cigarettes, cigars contain nicotine, tobacco and cancer-causing chemicals.
Clinical depression: What does that mean?
The term "clinical depression" means severe, persistent depression. It's also called major depression or major depressive disorder.
Cold or allergy: Which is it?
Although colds and seasonal allergies share some of the same symptoms, they are very different diseases. Learn how to tell the difference.
Colon cancer screening: At what age can you stop?
Some groups recommend people over 75 may consider stopping colon cancer screening. Not everyone agrees. Learn about your colon cancer screening options.
Concussion in children: What are the symptoms?
Whether your child's concussion is mild or severe, allow time to recover.
Degenerative changes in the spine: Is this arthritis?
Degenerative changes in the spine visible on X-rays indicate osteoarthritis of the spine.
Demyelinating disease: What can you do about it?
Learn the causes and types of these diseases that affect the protective covering of nerves, which include multiple sclerosis. Also learn how they're treated.
Denture care: How do I clean dentures?
Follow these best practices to keep your removable partial or full dentures clean, free from stains and comfortable.
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