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Can breaking a bone cause fever?

My son broke one of his fingers. We took him to the doctor immediately, and he had it put in a cast, but today he's sick in bed with a fever. Can breaking a bone cause fever?...
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What is an over-the-counter pill similar to Tramadol?

Tramadol 50mg is by prescription only, and lately I've been having terrible bouts of chronic pain. Is there anything I can take instead of Tramadol? Like something natural?...
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What causes bedwetting in older children?

My child is 9 and still wets his bed--I think he's too old for this. Any ideas on what could be causing this? Should I be taking him to a doctor?
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Can athletes get rheumatoid arthritis?

My grandfather was an athlete and his doctor diagnosed him with rheumatoid arthritis. How is this possible? He used to exercise all the time up until he turned 60, and I always...
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How do you treat head lice?

The school nurse found head lice in my son's hair, and sent him home. I have this special shampoo that's supposed to help, but do I need to do anything else to help him treat...
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Do allergy shots really cure allergies?

My son's doctor recommended allergy shots to build up his immune system against his allergies, but I'm not really sure that they would help. How do they really work?
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What is the Dukan diet?

My doctor recently told me I need to lose weight for health reasons. I heard about the Dukan diet, but I'm just wondering, is it safe to go on it?
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Is Stevia powder good for health?

I'm considering using Stevia for my tea instead of sugar, but is it safe to use?
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Was my lymphedema caused by radiation therapy?

I had radiation therapy to treat my breast cancer, but after noticing both my legs swell, I've also been diagnosed with lymphedema. Could my radiation therapy have caused lymphedema?...
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What are the treatment options for hemorrhoids?

I'm a 29-year-old guy and I also have hemorrhoids. I thought hemorrhoids was something that old men get, but clearly not--since I have them. My doctor told me to have a high-fiber...
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Dry mouth

What can my husband take to get rid of dry mouth besides brushing his teeth? He has drank a lot of water, but it doesn't help. He has two big soars in his mouth.
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What can I do to prevent amputation?

I started to experience numbness and a tingling feeling in my left foot, and I also have diabetes. I have a feeling that this could be the onset of diabetic neuropathy, but I...
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What is the emergency treatment for hyperglycemia?

If my daughter goes into a hyperglycemic state, what should I do to help her? Should I take her to the emergency room, or is there a way for me to help her at home?
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Why is acupuncture recommended for cardiovascular disease?

My doctor recommended acupuncture, actually, to lower my risk for cardiovascular diseases because I have a family history of cardiovascular diseases on my mom's side. Why is acupuncture...
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Is it safe to take 600mg of seroquel at one time?

I'm currently on Seroquel, Gabapentin, Zofran and Valerian. Is it safe to take 600mg of Seroquel at one time?
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Sore throat in the morning?

Every morning, I have a sore throat that eventually goes away. I'm not really experiencing any symptoms, however, apart from this. Is this a normal thing to experience?
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How is rheumatoid arthritis ruled out?

I have a family history of rheumatoid arthritis, and now I'm starting to exhibit the first symptoms of them. I watched my mother deal with this condition for so long, so I'm hoping...
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What should I use to cleanse my kidneys?

I would like to cleanse my kidneys in order to prevent any issues--I also just overcame a kidney infection, so I feel like a detox is needed. What foods or drinks do you recommend...
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Can I reverse my liver damage?

I used to drink alcohol a lot when I was younger, but now I'm worried about my liver's health in general because of it. I know alcohol could have serious effects on my liver,...
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What's the best diet for Crohn's disease?

I want to start eating in a way that doesn't cause any issue with my Crohn's disease. What's the best diet for it?
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