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Hypothyroidism: Should I take iodine supplements?
Although iodine deficiency can cause hypothyroidism, this deficiency is rare in the United States.
Hypothyroidism: Can calcium supplements interfere with treatment?
Calcium supplements can interfere with how the body absorbs medications used to treat hypothyroidism.
Hypothyroidism diet: Can certain foods increase thyroid function?
There's no evidence that eating or avoiding certain foods will help the thyroid work better in people with underactive thyroid.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy: Can it reduce stroke damage?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy helps with some medical conditions that affect the brain. Find out what the research says about its role in stroke treatment.
How to treat a piercing site infection
Learn what you can do at home if your ear new piercing becomes infected.
Hip resurfacing: An alternative to conventional hip replacement?
Hip resurfacing uses a metal-on-metal prosthesis, which can cause health problems in some people.
High cholesterol in children: How is it treated?
High cholesterol in children can lead to narrowed and hardened arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease later in life.
Hernia truss: Can it help an inguinal hernia?
A hernia truss can temporarily ease discomfort, but medical care is needed for a painful hernia.
Heavy periods: Can folic acid help?
Heavy periods may cause iron deficiency anemia. Folic acid supplements can't treat that.
Heartburn medicines and B-12 deficiency
Acid-controlling medications may do more than prevent heartburn. They may also interfere with vitamin B-12 absorption.
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