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What could be the reason for high uric acid levels in the urine report?

I just got my urine test done for detecting a urine infection. Although both the time there was no urine infection detected, the reports both times showed my uric acid levels...
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My periods are late by 4 to 5 days. Should I do something about it?

I am a 30 year old woman and have a normal 28 day period cycle with regular periods every month. These past few months however my periods are late by 4 to 5 days. I have tested...
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Is diabetes hereditary?

Is diabetes a hereditary disease? Both my parents had acquired the disease what are the chances that I will also be suffering from the same disease?
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What could be the reason behind the stiffness of my neck?

For the last week I have been suffering from stiffness in my neck. I have tried all possible balms and pain-relieving sprays, but it is still there and I have pains. What could...
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I have swelling in my legs.. What should I do?

I am a 26 year old girl and all of a sudden I am noticing swelling in my legs particularly when I walk even a short distance. What could be the reason for this swelling and who...
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Is lactose intolerance hereditary?

I have a history of lactose intolerance in my husband’s family. His father, grandfather, uncles and my husband are all lactose intolerant. I am now 4 months pregnant and I am...
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Unexplained bruising, cough, etc

Unexplained bruising for over a yr. At one point bruise would come and go. 4 weeks ago one huge bruise followed by many new smaller ones. Every day. Few random bruises on arms...
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Should I use a diuretic?

I have a quite a bit of swelling in my hands. Should I use a diuretic?
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Is it safe to breastfeed two weeks after chicken pox?

I am a mother of a 5 months old baby. I suffered from a bout of chicken pox two weeks back. I have now recovered from the illness but i just want to understand if it is safe...
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Can I take BP, cholesterol and uric acid tablets together?

I am currently on certain medications for my health conditions like BP and high cholesterol. Is it okay if i take these medicines together rather than intervals as I tend to forget...
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Can osteoporosis have an impact on my ability to conceive?

I am a 24 year old woman and I have been detected with osteoporosis. Since I have acquired this disease young, I am worried if it will impact my ability to conceive and have a...
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Why does my body shiver when I get angry?

I am suddenly losing my temper especially on my little one and overtime I do it my body shivers. Although it settles within 2 minutes, but this happens frequently. Is this an...
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Had alcohol a month ago and I am 5 weeks pregnant now. Should I worry?

I have heard alcohol can hamper the growth of the baby in a pregnant woman. I am currently 5 weeks pregnant and I had alcohol a month ago, when I had not even known that I may...
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My father has a brain hemorrhage. What treatment would you suggest?

My father suffered a brain hemorrhage 3 days back. The doctors are still finding the probable ways of dealing with the situation due to his age and other medical conditions....
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My skin around the nails turned brown. Why?

What are the main causes of skin discolouration? I have suddenly noticed that the skin around my nails is turning blackish brown. Is this a sign of any deficiency? Please advice....
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Are there any medicines to prevent UTI?

I am a 27 year old woman and I have had three relapses of UTI in the past two years. It is a very painful experience and I am taking all the precautions advised by the doctor....
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What can cause sudden knee pain?

Yesterday when I was running in the morning, I suddenly felt a shooting pain in my knees. I also find it difficult to bend my knees when sitting for too long. What could be the...
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Horrendous painful arms!

Always suffered with back trouble since I was 19 years of age. Then years later knees giving me hell, a few weeks ago I woke up and couldn't get out bed because my arms had gone...
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No peristalsis, floppy colon- what can help?

All my life, I moved my bowels ,2-3 times a day. When I was 27 I had my first bout of constipation and have had issues ever since. I am super healthy, work out everyday, drink...
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My hands swell when I exercise

I've been having a terrible time with my hands swelling during exercise. What could be the cause of this?
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