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What is the best way to treat pneumonia symptoms?

My son is 5 years old and was diagnosed with pneumonia. His doctor prescribed him azithromycin to help treat it. Is there anything that I should do, alongside his prescription,...
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Who is at risk of getting COPD?

I have a family history of COPD, and I currently smoke. I'm 45 years old, and have been smoking for at least 10 years. Am I at a higher risk of getting COPD? What should I do...
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What kind of diet is good for healing muscle tissue?

I'm a 30 year old woman, and I tore one of my muscles in my arms and now I'm trying to speed the healing process. What kind of diet is good for healing muscle tissue?
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Medication isn't working for hemorrhoids. What should I do?

I have hemorrhoids that hurt pretty badly. Right now I'm treating them with OTC meds, but they do not seem to be working. What else can I do to get rid of them?
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How can I help my son gain weight?

My 11-year-old son is so thin, and it seems like no matter what he eats he stays the same size. Could it be a medical problem, like with his hormones? What should we do?
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Do diabetics need more sleep?

I was diagnosed with diabetes last year and am now 27. I feel very tired a majority of the time, and I'm not really sure why it's happening. Could this be due to my diabetes?...
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Why does my child have frequent ear infections?

My daughter is 4 years old and she keeps getting ear infections. She's had four so far this year. Usually we just let it resolve on its own because they're so mild, but it's...
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How would I know if my iron levels are too low?

I'm only 35 years old and I experience a lot of fatigue. I heard that low iron can cause tiredness, but I feel like I have plenty of it in my diet. What tests must be done?
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Are there any home remedies for mononucleosis?

My son is only 3 year old, and he has mononucleosis. I think he had gotten this infection from his preschool. Our doctor says we can treat this mostly at home but right now he...
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Betadine no longer used by the North Carolina Red Cross Apheresis Department. What's used instead?

I used to be a regular donor of platelets at the American Red Cross here in Charlotte, North Carolina. For a long time, Betadine was used to prep the needle site on each arm,...
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Sleep apnea and treatment. Any suggestions?

I have very severe sleep apnea, 90-95 apneas per hour. I cannot tolerate a CPAP. I am concerned, I may not wake up in the morning. I was interested in Inspire Therapy but there...
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Oseltamivir phosphate capsules and eating fruit?

I am taking this drug because I have the flu. I know I can take it with food, but can it be taken with fresh raspberries or blueberries? Can this be taken with grapefruit juice?...
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What doctor treats herpies?

What kind of doctor should I try to see for genital herpies?
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Will my child outgrow juvenile arthritis?

My daughter was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis recently. I know in adulthood, from watching my mom, her arthritis was a chronic condition that she had for the rest of her life....
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Insulin injections vs. insulin pump?

My daughter doesn't like to inject her insulin. She does it, but it's only because she has to. The overall process just makes her feel uncomfortable, which is why I'm considering...
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Does gestational diabetes go away after pregnancy?

I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes in the middle of my pregnancy, and I have been managing it pretty well since my diagnosis. I'm just worried about how it's going to affect...
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Daughter's first break-up, how do I help her?

I'm a single dad, and my daughter is 16-years-old and is experiencing her first break-up. Her and this boy have been dating for a year, actually, and even though it was a high...
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What does an EKG look for?

I need to have an EKG because my doctor noticed my irregular breathing and increased heart rate. What do these chest scans look for, usually? And if it finds nothing, would I...
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Are there home remedies for the flu?

What are some home remedies available of the flu? The symptoms are getting worse, and I'd rather try natural remedies. Can the flu shot actually be a form of treatment?
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After taking vitamin supplements urine changed color?

I have been taking vitamin supplements already for 2 weeks, and my urine became like a neon yellow color. Is it because of vitamins? Or is there another cause?
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