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Types of Skin Problems Under the Eyes

The skin surrounding your eyes is very delicate. Due to its thin nature and constant exposure, the skin in this area has a higher risk of developing several types of skin problems.

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Side Effects of Using a Magnetic Bracelet

Over the past decade, the popularity of magnetic therapy and the use of magnetic bracelets has reached its peak, despite the fact that many medical experts refute the validity of it.

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What Causes Yellow Color in My Hands?

Changes to the color of your skin can be a worrisome discovery, whether this discoloration is noticeable all over or limited to certain areas such as your hands or feet. Yellow hands is one such discovery, with a variety of potential causes, including one that is considered harmless -- your diet.

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Autoimmune Diseases That Cause Hair Loss

The immune system, which includes bone marrow, thymus, spleen, lymph nodes and the white blood cells, functions to recognize and eliminate foreign invaders. When the immune system fails to differentiate between foreign invaders and normal healthy cells, autoimmune disease results.

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Autoimmune Diseases That Cause Abdominal Pain

Autoimmune diseases occur due to a malfunction of the immune system, causing it to attack healthy cells and tissues in the body. The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association reports that 23.5 million Americans suffer from an autoimmune disease, which is higher than the 22 million who suffer from heart disease.

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Advil Sinus Vs. Tylenol Sinus

Sinus issues affect more than 35 million Americans, according to Dr. Murray Grossan, an eye, nose and ear specialist. Most sinus problems are treated with over-the-counter (OTC) medications such as Advil Sinus or Tylenol Sinus.

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COPD: End-of-Life Symptoms

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease -- COPD -- is a medical term used to describe a collection of lung diseases that include emphysema and chronic bronchitis. COPD is the leading cause of death throughout the world.

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The Effect Cough Drops Have on the Heart Rate

Cough drops are frequently used to provide short-term relief from symptoms of an upper-respiratory tract infection -- such as the common cold, the flu or a chest cold. Various brands of cough drops contain different active ingredients intended to temporarily quiet a cough.

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Adrenal Fatigue & Hives

Most conventional doctors don't believe that adrenal fatigue actually exists, according to MayoClinic.com. Many alternative practitioners, however, diagnose adrenal fatigue in people who have several non-specific symptoms, including fatigue, weight loss, body aches and skin rashes such as hives.

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Amoxicillin & Caffeine

Drugs can have interactions with other drugs, as well as certain foods and other substances. Although most of the interactions you hear about are adverse in character, sometimes the reverse can be true. Such is the case with amoxicillin, a penicillin-based antibiotic, and caffeine, a central nervous system stimulant.

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Two Year Old That Is Hot and Says His Eyes Hurt

While most causes of feeling hot and eye pain can be treated at home, if your toddler’s temperature is more than 102 degrees F or he exhibits other symptoms such as red or swollen eyes or a rash, consult your pediatrician immediately.

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Nutritional Cause of Stiff Leg Muscles

Stiff, sore muscles might be a sign that your daily diet is missing key nutrients. Vitamins help keep your muscles and movement healthy and flexible. Your body cannot store most vitamins, but you can replenish them from the foods you eat.

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How to Recognize Fetal Movement When You're Pregnant

Feeling the first flutters and kicks of your baby is a rite of passage for every pregnant woman. While the kicks sometimes act as a way to keep you up all night, they are also an effective indicator of your baby's overall health.

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Can You Improve GFR With Diet?

Your kidneys filter your blood, and produce urine from extra fluid and waste products. The glomerular filtration rate (GFR), calculated using the creatinine blood test, is a measure of how well your kidneys filter your blood.

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Metamucil & Diverticulitis

Diverticular disease was traditionally believed to be caused by a low-fiber diet, but according to The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, the cause currently remains unknown.

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What to Give a 5-month-old Baby for Reflux?

The Mayo Clinic website explains that infant acid reflux, more accurately known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a very common problem that typically resolves on its own around 12 to 18 months of age.

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Diet with 60 Grams of Protein After a Lap Band

When performing a Lap-Band procedure, also called adjustable gastric banding, the surgeon restricts the stomach to a tiny pouch by slipping an adjustable silastic band around the upper portion of the stomach.

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How to Stretch the Diaphragm and Longitudinal Muscle

The diaphragm and longitudinal muscles of the stomach play an important role in everyday functions. The diaphragm is responsible for supplying the force behind every breath you take; your longitudinal muscles help stabilize your body when you are moving around.

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