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Bronchitis
Bronchitis is an inflammation of the tubes that carry air to and from the lungs. Coughing and shortness of breath are the major symptoms.
Kidney stones
Learn about the symptoms, risks, causes and treatment of this often intensely painful condition.
Soft tissue sarcoma
This rare type of cancer can begin in the muscles, fat, blood vessels, nerves, tendons and the lining of joints. Treatment usually includes surgery.
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.
Phantosmia: What causes olfactory hallucinations?
Phantosmia is often due to a head injury or upper respiratory infection.
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.
Breast cancer chemoprevention: Drugs that reduce risk
Learn about the drugs that can help prevent breast cancer in people at high risk.
Domestic violence against women: Recognize patterns, seek help
Domestic violence can happen to anyone. Understand how to break the cycle of abuse.
Pap test: Can it detect ovarian cancer?
Unfortunately, there is no standard or routine screening test for ovarian cancer.
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