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Pap smear: Still needed after hysterectomy?
If you've had surgery to remove your uterus, you might not need routine Pap smears. Find out what doctors recommend for cervical cancer screening.
Lupus: Can it cause hair loss?
Hair loss is common in lupus. Although distressing, it is usually temporary.
Caffeine and menopause symptoms: Is there a link?
Coffee, tea and other caffeinated drinks may worsen menopausal hot flashes and other vasomotor symptoms.
Endometriosis: Risk factor for ovarian cancer?
Endometriosis and ovarian cancer are linked, but the relationship isn't straight cause and effect.
What do the dates on food packages mean?
Get to know what the dates on food packages mean, including the 'sell by' and 'best if used by' dates.
Brominated vegetable oil: Why is BVO in my drink?
Brominated vegetable oil (BVO) is banned from use in food in many countries, so why is it still being used in some soft drinks sold in the U.S.?
Vulvar varicosities during pregnancy: What can you do?
Vulvar varicosities can cause discomfort during pregnancy. Understand what causes this form of varicose veins and learn how to get relief.
Hypothyroidism: Does it cause joint pain?
Hypothyroidism can cause muscle and joint problems, such as pain and stiffness.
Pain and depression: Is there a link?
Depression can cause unexplained physical symptoms, such as headaches. Chronic pain can cause problems that lead to depression, such as poor sleep.
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.
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