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Standing for several hours a day puts strain on your legs and feet, and can lead to complications from overuse. In addition, standing for long periods of time, especially in poor fitting shoes, can aggravate pain caused by corn, callouses or foot deformities.
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Eczema is a skin inflammation that itches. Most common in children, the condition is chronic and can last into adulthood. Atopic dermatitis is the most common form of eczema, affecting 10 to 20 percent of children and 1 to 3 percent of adults, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.
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A savvy home cook knows the best approach to cooking liver in the oven depends on the type and age of the liver. Poultry livers, calf livers and livers from other young animals are tender with mild flavor; these hold up to the dry heat of baking. Beef and other adult livers, however, are tougher with a potent flavor.
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Anal skin tags are non-cancerous growths of excess skin appearing near the opening of the anus. They are sometimes associated with other anorectal problems, including hemorrhoids. Typically, anal skin tags don't present with any other symptoms.
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The condition of your toenails may change throughout your life. Brittle toenails can develop as you get older, or they may be an indicator of an underlying medical problem. See your doctor for an accurate diagnosis of the cause of your brittle toenails.
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An impacted bowel, otherwise known as a fecal impaction, in children generally results from a period of constipation. Treating constipation is an important preventive measure.
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A skin tag on the corner of your mouth doesn't present any medical concerns, but it may be a nuisance while eating and considered a cosmetic concern. There is no way to prevent skin tags, which are simply over-growths of skin tissue formally called acrochordons.
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Humidity refers to the amount of atmospheric water vapor, and humidifiers are devices that increase it. Indoor humidity levels should ideally remain between 30 and 50 percent, according to MayoClinic.com. Levels can be monitored with a device called a hygrometer, and many humidifiers have them built in.
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