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Foot swelling during air travel: A concern?
Swelling of the leg or foot while flying is common and usually harmless.
Tumor vs. cyst: What's the difference?
A Mayo Clinic expert explains the differences and similarities between these two types of growths and how doctors determine if they're cancerous.
Nervous breakdown: What does it mean?
Nervous breakdown isn't a medical term. It most often means a mental health crisis that affects your ability to meet your own needs and do daily tasks.
Chronic bladder infection: Is there a cure?
Chronic bladder infection can be a painful, frustrating problem. Learn about causes and treatments.
Diabetes diet: Should I avoid sweet fruits?
It's a common myth that you shouldn't eat certain foods if you have diabetes.
Acute bronchitis: Is it contagious?
Most cases of acute bronchitis are caused by viruses and are contagious. Learn ways to reduce your risk of catching viruses that can cause bronchitis.
Blood pressure readings: Why higher at home?
Blood pressure that consistently measures higher outside a medical office is called masked hypertension.
Diet soda: How much is too much?
Diet soda may help you cut calories, but other low-calorie options abound.
Ricin poisoning
This deadly poison comes from castor bean plants. The same beans are used to make castor oil.
Foamy urine: What does it mean?
Persistently foamy urine can be a sign of protein in your urine (proteinuria) and could be an indicator of kidney disease.
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