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When you’re dealing with colon cancer, what you eat and drink can affect how you feel day to day—especially during treatment. There isn’t one “perfect” menu for everyone, but there are...

When you’re dealing with colon cancer, what you eat and drink can affect how you feel day to day—especially during treatment. There isn’t one “perfect” menu for everyone, but there are common items that can worsen symptoms like diarrhea, cramping, nausea,...

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Ovarian cancer is one of the most serious cancers affecting women, largely because it is often diagnosed at a later stage. It is less common than breast cancer, but it causes more deaths because...

Ovarian cancer is one of the most serious cancers affecting women, largely because it is often diagnosed at a later stage. It is less common than breast cancer, but it causes more deaths because early symptoms are easy to miss. Understanding what every woman...

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Penile cancer is rare, but it’s a serious health condition that every man should be aware of. In the United States, penile cancer accounts for less than 1% of cancers in men, yet delayed...

Penile cancer is rare, but it’s a serious health condition that every man should be aware of. In the United States, penile cancer accounts for less than 1% of cancers in men, yet delayed diagnosis is common, often because symptoms are ignored or misunderstood....

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7 Early Signs of Ulcerative Colitis

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Ulcerative colitis (UC) can manifest differently from person to person. However, there are several common early signs of ulcerative colitis that should prompt medical attention. Being aware of these signs can help with early diagnosis and treatment. One of...

Ulcerative colitis (UC) can manifest differently from person to person. However, there are several common early signs of ulcerative colitis that should prompt medical attention. Being aware of these signs can help with early diagnosis and treatment. One of the earliest and most telling signs of UC is diarrhea containing blood, mucus or both. Unlike ordinary diarrhea, which typically resolves within a few days,...

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Understanding Heart Valve Disorder

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Heart valve disorder is a condition in which one or more of the heart’s valves do not open or close properly. These valves keep blood moving in the right direction through the heart. When they do not work well,...

Heart valve disorder is a condition in which one or more of the heart’s valves do not open or close properly. These valves keep blood moving in the right direction through the heart. When they do not work well, the heart can become strained and blood may flow backward or leak. In this article, we will discuss some common signs and symptoms of heart...

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11 Side Effects and Risks of Birth Control

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Birth control gives people the power to take control of their reproductive health, plan their families and manage medical conditions like acne or heavy periods. But like all medications, birth control comes with possible downsides. Whether you’re taking the...

Birth control gives people the power to take control of their reproductive health, plan their families and manage medical conditions like acne or heavy periods. But like all medications, birth control comes with possible downsides. Whether you’re taking the pill, using an IUD or relying on another method, it’s important to be aware of the side effects and risks of birth control. Many people...

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10 Early Signs of Myeloma

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Myeloma is a type of cancer that begins in the plasma cells, which are a type of white blood cell that helps fight infection. When the body makes too many abnormal plasma cells, it can harm the bones, weaken...

Myeloma is a type of cancer that begins in the plasma cells, which are a type of white blood cell that helps fight infection. When the body makes too many abnormal plasma cells, it can harm the bones, weaken the immune system and cause other problems. It is important to know the early signs of myeloma so that treatment can begin as soon as...