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How do antibiotics work?
Not all antibiotics are created equal! For many years scientists have studied ways to tailor antibiotics to kill specific bacteria […]
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Aside from taking my medications, what can I do to improve my symptoms of Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most prevalent endocrine-metabolic disorders in females affecting 5 to 10% of women […]
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Do I need to avoid sun exposure on antibiotics?
Fun in the sun can sometimes be limited by medications that interact with sunlight exposure. Some medicines contain ingredients that […]
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Why do antibiotics give me a yeast infection?
The human body is a host for billions of organisms that work to keep us healthy by balancing pH, aiding […]
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Do you get a rash from covid?
Dermatological diseases, such as measles and chickenpox, cause a distinctive rash that helps medical providers diagnose a patient. COVID-19 is […]
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Different types of headaches and when to seek medical attention
Occasional headaches are extremely common and typically benign. Chronic headaches are less common and sometimes hard to diagnose. Finding patterns […]
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IBS vs IBD, and what to do about them.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is an umbrella term used to describe disorders that involve chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. […]
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Why are my legs swollen? Possible causes and things to look for
Swollen legs can be a sign presents in certain medical conditions that are potentially life threatening. It is important to […]
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What vitamins can you take too much of? Signs and symptoms to look for
Nearly 50,000 instances of vitamin toxicity are reported annually to US poison control centers (Medscape). Fat-soluble vitamins have a higher […]
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I was bit by a tick/spider, now what?
Insect bites can be a scary situation when you don’t recognize the insect or when you didn’t see what bit […]
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How do I know if I need antibiotics?
Antibiotics come in many forms and appear to be versatile when it comes to treating infections, however, it is a […]
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Skin check: How do I know if this mole is cancer?
Living in the Sunshine State raises many concerns regarding skin cancer and recognition of abnormal moles. As we age it […]
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