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Scalp psoriasis vs. seborrheic dermatitis: What's the difference?
Learn how to tell apart these common conditions of the scalp, both of which cause inflamed, scaly skin.
Spastic colon: What does it mean?
This term is sometimes used to refer to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — but how accurate is it?
Strep throat in young children: A common diagnosis?
Strep throat in young children is uncommon, but it's possible. Learn about symptoms.
Swallowing gum: Is it harmful?
Your body can't digest chewing gum. So what happens when you swallow it?
VLDL cholesterol: Is it harmful?
Like LDL cholesterol, very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) cholesterol is considered a type of 'bad' cholesterol.
Walking pneumonia: What does it mean?
Walking pneumonia is a mild bacterial infection that resembles a cold. It usually does not require bed rest or a hospital stay.
What is chikungunya fever, and should I be worried?
Learn more about this mosquito-borne virus — found in Africa, Asia, India, and parts of Europe and the Americas — that causes fever and severe joint pain.
What's the difference between H1N1 flu and influenza A?
H1N1 flu is a subcategory of influenza A.
White coat hypertension: When blood pressure rises in a medical setting
Blood pressure that measures high during a health checkup could be a risk factor for high blood pressure. Find out more.
Wisdom teeth removal: When is it necessary?
You may not need your wisdom teeth taken out if they're healthy and in the right place. But if they cause problems, your dentist may suggest removing them.
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