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Effects of Anesthesia After Surgery

Published May,28 2018  |  By Dr. Mary D. Daley

While anesthesia acts mostly during the operation, some effects may persist afterward. The types of after-effects depend primarily on the type of anesthesia -- general, regional or local anesthesia. With all types of anesthesia, most effects resolve within the first 24 hours after surgery.

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8 Cat Person Stereotypes That Are Totally True

Published May,25 2018  |  By Rachel Grice

Cat people can get a bad rap. From “crazy cat ladies” to the assumption that cat fans hate other people, there are a lot of negative associations. But cat lovers do have a lot of positive traits in common, many of them backed by science.

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Eating Beets When Taking Blood Thinning Medicine

Published May,24 2018  |  By Beth Greenwood

The deep red color of some beets can show up in your urine if you eat them, and might make you think you have blood in your urine. This is particularly alarming for people who use blood-thinning medication, as bleeding is one of the risks of such a drug.

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The Acupressure Point for the Lungs

Published May,24 2018  |  By Leigha Butler

Acupressure is a healing technique similar to acupuncture but applied with fingers and thumbs. There are eleven points along the lung meridian, all located on the arms and hands.

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Cures for Vomiting Caused By Hangovers

Published May,18 2018  |  By Richard Nilsen

If you overindulged a little too much last night, you might be spending a lot of time int he bathroom this morning. Make yourself feel better by hydrating, eating light carbohydrates and practicing deep breathing.

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Foods to Avoid for High Triglycerides

Published May,16 2018  |  By Michelle Fisk

To help control high triglyceride levels, the Cleveland Clinic recommends you exercise and eat a diet low in fats, sugars, refined carbohydrates and alcohol.

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Medicines That Increase Triglycerides

Published May,16 2018  |  By Sharon Perkins

While the tendency to develop high triglyceride levels can be inherited, triglyceride levels can also rise due to medical conditions such as diabetes, obesity and liver disease.

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5 Times a Burst of Anxiety Can Actually Help You

Published May,15 2018  |  By Kaia Roman

Believe it or not, there are times when stress can be healthy for your body and mind. We actually need stress--the good kind — to help us stay motivated and reach our goals. Here are five times in your life when stress is actually good for you.

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How to Shrink the Prostate Naturally

Published May,14 2018  |  By Dana Severson

Some men choose to take herbs or other dietary supplements to shrink the prostate or improve urinary symptoms caused by enlarged prostate -- but there is limited research on their effectiveness.

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The Side Effects of Lisinopril on Glucose

Published May,14 2018  |  By Matthew Busse

Lisinopril, often sold under the brand name Prinivil, is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure. Although lisinopril is generally safe, it may cause side effects and interactions with other medications.

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5 Weird Ways Your Mental and Physical Illnesses Are Connected

Published May,12 2018  |  By Hoku Krueger

Sometimes mental disorders predicted physical diseases. And in other cases, physical illnesses appeared to be risk factors for mental illnesses down the line. What physical malady might you develop if you experienced depression as a teen? What about anxiety or addiction? Read on to find out!

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