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Does inflammatory bowel disease cause weight loss?

I'm 40 years old, and I currently have IBD. But I noticed that I'm losing quite a bit of weight. Is this a normal part of IBD? Does it usually cause weight loss?
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What are the symptoms of Dengue fever?

I was traveling to the Caribbean recently, and I've been sick ever since I had gotten back. I think it's Dengue fever, because there was a case or two in the area I was in with...
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What causes a ringing in the ears?

I've had a ringing in my ears for years. What's wrong with me? What could cause a ringing in the ears?
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How can I get rid of athlete's foot?

I think I caught athlete's foot from being in my locker room. My foot is itchy and is also red. Is there anything I can do to get rid of athlete's foot?
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Why do my knees hurt after running?

I'm only 20 years old but my knees hurt really badly after running or jumping. What could be the cause of this? Is this pain serious enough to go to the doctor?
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How often should I have a colonoscopy?

I'm 45 years old now. How often should I have colonoscopy to make sure that I can avoid any kind of serious problem?
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Are there any risks involved in getting a colonoscopy?

I'm 27 years old, and my doctor wants me to get a colonoscopy. Are there any risks involved in getting a colonoscopy?
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Can peanut allergies go away?

My daughter is 7 years old, and she has a serious peanut allergy. She carries around an Epi-Pen, but I don't want to see her deal with this for the rest of her life. Is this...
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Why are allergies worse in the spring?

My allergies are out of control in the spring. Is there anything I can do for this? Other than taking anti-histamines?
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What causes frequent urination in children?

My son is 9 years old, and he has been experiencing frequent urination. What can be the cause?
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Are varicose veins the same thing as spider veins?

The veins in my legs look dark and enlarged. Does that mean that I have varicose veins or spider veins? What are the treatment options?
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What can I do to help me sleep?

I'm a 50 year old woman and I suddenly developed trouble sleeping. What can I do? Should I see a doctor? I'm wondering also, if this could be from the onset of menopause?
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What causes discoloration and itching of nails?

What could make a person's fingernails become discolored and itchy? Do I have to see a doctor about this? I'm also 37 years old, and a female.
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Why is obesity considered dangerous?

I'm 30 years old, and I've always been big. I haven't had any problems with my health. Why is obesity considered dangerous?
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Can foot massages help athletes?

I'm 20 years old and I run quite frequently. I just had my first foot massage last week. Should I be getting them regularly since I run a lot?
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Can working out too much cause muscle pain?

I'm 28 years old, and I work out at least 4 times a week. Recently I've been experiencing a lot of pain the day after working out. Can working out too much cause muscle pain?...
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Could the pain in my joints be gout?

I'm 50 years old, and both my big toe and hips really hurt. Could the pain in my joints be gout? These areas also look swollen and I haven't taken any falls to cause this.
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What is the treatment for children with Crohn's disease?

My 10 year old son was diagnosed with Crohn's disease. What are the treatments for someone his age? What are the chances he'll recover from this?
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Are sinus infections more common in winter?

I'm getting sinus infections in the winter, especially when it's really cold. I have had at least 3 infections this season alone. Are sinus infections more common in winter?...
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Can surgery fix my child's ear deformity?

My child is 3 year old, and she was born with a deformed ear. I want to get it fixed soon, because I feel like it's going to affect her hearing. Will surgery help?
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