Disease Guide: Diagnosis, Symptoms & Clinical Treatment Protocols

For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.

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How to Soak a Plantar Wart to Get Rid of It

Plantar warts appear on your feet, usually at the soles. They're caused by a virus called human papillomavirus. Most warts are harmless, but because plantar warts appear on the bottom of your feet, they're often sore or irritated from walking and friction.

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How to Exfoliate Stretch Marks

Stretch marks, also called striae, look like pink, purple or white streaks that spread across your skin. They occur because your skin stretches too quickly, such as during pregnancy or weight gain. Many treatments claim to reduce or eliminate stretch marks, but the truth is, there's no sure-fire cure for stretch marks.

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How to Get Rid of Skin Tags on the Breasts

Skin tags are harmless, and you don't need to remove them unless they bother you. Skin tags on the breast might pose an irritation risk because they commonly occur along bra lines or under breasts where there's regular friction. Doctors most commonly cut off skin tags.

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How to Get Rid of a Wart on Your Forehead

Warts are rough, skin-colored lesions caused by a strain of the human papillomavirus, or HPV. Warts are often harmless, according to the Patient Education Institute. Many times they go away on their own over time. A wart on your forehead might bother you because it's highly visible.

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How to Be Friends With Someone Who Hates You

They say to keep your friends close and your enemies closer, but what about the idea of having no enemies at all? If you know someone who hates you, it's probably because you two had some type of blowout or disagreement that hurt the other person deeply.

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Ways to Delay a Menstrual Period

The modern woman gets to choose if and when she menstruates, thanks to medicine's understanding of the human hormonal systems. This means that should you have an important event like a wedding or vacation, you can use hormones to delay your menstrual cycle.

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How to Get Rid of Warts on the Neck

Warts are caused by a virus. Although they commonly appear on appendages like the hands and feet, you can get them on any skin surface, including your neck. You should turn to over-the-counter treatments as your first line of defense, according to MedlinePlus.

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Foods That Cause Vaginal Odor

Coffee, onion, garlic — as well as excessive meat, dairy and alcohol consumption — are all foods that can make your vagina smell bad.

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How to Strengthen a Prostate

Prostate problems affect the vast majority of men. MayoClinic.com reports that half of all men over 60 will have an enlarged prostate. That number increases to 95 percent in men 75 or older.

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How to Make My Breasts Smaller

Large breasts might be visually desirable, but can be physically painful, causing back, neck and shoulder discomfort and deformity. If your breasts are too large, you might feel self-conscious and you might have trouble finding clothes that fit the way you like.

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How to Eliminate Back Sleeping

Sleeping on your back isn't necessarily harmful, but it leads to back pain in some people. You're also more likely to snore because the relaxed tissue in your throat blocks your windpipe. Sleeping positions can be a matter of habit and tricky to break.

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How to Eliminate Body Odor in Overweight People

Skin folds create areas with decreased airflow and increased sweat. When this sweat mixes with odor-causing bacteria, an unpleasant odor results, according to Kid's Health. This process isn't limited to overweight people.

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Home Remedies for Yeast Infections Under the Breasts

Yeast exist by the millions all over and within our bodies. Usually these yeast are harmless, but sometimes they get comfortable and multiply. When this happens, you will usually know it by the rash, irritation and discharge that consequently develops. The area under your breasts is a common site for yeast infections.

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How do I Reverse Damage From Smoking?

If you're a new convert to the life-saving benefits of quitting smoking, you may not just want to stop future health problems, but also reverse some of the damage already done to you by smoking. Smoking takes its toll on your lungs, your heart and blood vessels, and even your skin.

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Home Remedies for Sore Throat While Pregnant

A sore throat isn't something you want to deal with during pregnancy, especially if you're uncomfortable to begin with. It's best to avoid medications unless your sore throat is severe and the medications are on the list of those safe for use during pregnancy.

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How to Get Rid of Menstrual Period Odor

Menstrual odor is usually mild and not detectable by those around you. Still, occasionally it may be strong enough to become problematic, and you need to take steps to eliminate it. If no infection is present, this means just a few simple changes in your menstrual routine.

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What Causes Body Odor in the Pubic Area?

Each person naturally emits a unique body scent. This odor is primarily determined by skin secretions, bacteria on the skin and, to a lesser extent, diet and environment. Body odor typically becomes noticeable at puberty, when sweat glands known as apocrine glands become active.

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How to Lose Weight When You Have Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a common digestive disorder that effects as many as one in five people, according to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse. If you suffer from IBS, you likely experience cramping, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, constipation and trouble eating certain foods.

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