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Bone health: Tips to keep your bones healthy
Find out what you can do to promote and protect bone health.
Bone cancer
Bone cancer most commonly affects the long bones in the arms and legs. Some types happen mostly in children, while others affect mostly adults.
Body lice
Body lice are tiny insects that live in your clothing and feed on your blood. Find out how to treat and prevent this itchy nuisance of a bug.
Blood pressure tip: Get more potassium
Want to lower your blood pressure? Cut back on sodium in your diet and add more potassium. Sodium increases your blood pressure. Potassium can reduce the effects of sodium on blood pressure. Many fruits and vegetables are good sources of potassium, including bananas, strawberries, cantaloupe, spinach, peas and tomatoes.
Blood pressure medication: Still necessary if I lose weight?
Losing weight may reduce or end the need for blood pressure medicine.
Blood clots during menstruation: A concern?
Blood clots during menstrual periods aren't always a cause for a concern. But passing large clots may be a sign that something is wrong.
Blocked tear duct
Watery, irritated eyes may occur when your tears can't drain normally. Learn about this common eye condition that affects newborns and sometimes, adults.
Blighted ovum: What causes it?
A Mayo Clinic specialist explains what's behind this type of early pregnancy loss.
Bleeding during pregnancy
Learn what may cause vaginal bleeding during pregnancy and when you should see a doctor about it.
Bleeding after menopause: A concern?
It's unusual to bleed from the vagina after menopause. Learn what health problems can cause it and why you need to see your health care provider.
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