Medications
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Tianeptine: Is safe use possible?
Tianeptine is a medicine used in some countries for depression and anxiety. Learn why it is best to avoid it.
Bump on the head: When is it a serious head injury?
Even a minor injury to the scalp or forehead can cause a large lump. Find out when it's time to see a healthcare professional.
Isolated systolic hypertension: A health concern?
Both the top and bottom numbers in blood pressure readings hold clues about your health. But if just the top number is high, it might be a concern.
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.
Premature birth
Here's what you need to know about caring for a premature baby and the possible health problems of a preterm birth.
Pelvic exam
Find out what happens during this exam, why it might be needed and how to prepare.
Thyroid guard: Do I need one during a mammogram?
A Mayo Clinic expert discusses using thyroid guards during mammograms to reduce the risk of thyroid cancer from radiation.
Female orgasm: No climax with vaginal penetration?
Not all women have orgasms with vaginal penetration during sex. Most women need stimulation of the clitoris to climax.
Antibiotics and alcohol
Alcohol doesn't make antibiotics less effective. But it's still a good idea not to drink alcohol while taking antibiotics.
Breast cancer chemoprevention: Drugs that reduce risk
Learn about the drugs that can help prevent breast cancer in people at high risk.
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