For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Your height is based in large part on genetics -- tall parents tend to have tall children. However, environmental factors, such as diet, have an influence, too. The long bones in your legs determine your height.
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Not only may over-the-counter medications (OTCs) for cold and cough have undesirable side effects such as nervousness, drowsiness and nausea, but their effectiveness is increasingly being called into question. Many studies, in fact, have found certain OTCs to be no more effective than placebo.
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Fever blisters, also known as cold sores, are caused by the herpes simplex 1 virus. The virus lies dormant in your body and is usually kept in check by your immune system until something, such as an illness or stress, weakens your system and triggers an outbreak.
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