Nutrition basics
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Digestion: How long does it take?
Digestion takes about two to five days, depending on your system.
Swallowing gum: Is it harmful?
Your body can't digest chewing gum. So what happens when you swallow it?
Leg cramps during pregnancy: Preventable?
A Mayo Clinic specialist shares prevention and treatment tips for leg cramps during pregnancy.
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.
Bacterial vs. viral infections: How do they differ?
Understand the differences between bacterial and viral infections.
Extended-cycle birth control pills: Is spotting common?
Breakthrough bleeding is more common with continuous and extended-cycle birth control pills, but usually decreases with time.
Yeast infection in men: How can I tell if I have one?
Yeast infections can occur in men, causing inflammation of the penis (balanitis). Learn what signs and symptoms could mean you have a yeast infection.
Sperm: How long do they live after ejaculation?
After ejaculation, the life span of sperm depends on the circumstances.
Fundal height: An accurate sign of fetal growth?
Understand how fundal height is measured and what it means.
HER2-positive breast cancer: What is it?
HER2-positive breast cancer tends to be more aggressive than other types of breast cancer. Treatments that target HER2 are very effective.
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