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Signs & Symptoms of Chest Congestion in Infants

Chest congestion in an infant is not an illness in itself but a sign of underlying illness. Chest congestion and runny noses are common in infants, because of the immaturity of their immune systems and exposure to other children with respiratory illnesses.

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What Are the Benefits of Bacitracin Zinc Ointment?

Bacitracin, also known as polysporin, is an antibiotic found in a number of ointments for application to the skin, either alone or with other antibiotics. Widely regarded as safe when used as directed, bacitracin zinc ointment has a number of benefits.

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The Bad Effects of Turkey Rhubarb Root

Turkey rhubarb has been used in China for over 2,000 years. Today, in the United States, the supplement is used most commonly as a laxative. Modern research shows that turkey rhubarb root may have potential as a treatment for a number of conditions.

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Apple Seed Toxicity

"An apple a day keeps the doctor away." True enough. However, apple seeds contain a substance that can convert into poisonous hydrogen cyanide in the intestine. But there is no need to panic.

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