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Valerian: A safe and effective herbal sleep aid?
Valerian — Can this sleep aid help you sleep better?
Continuer la lectureValley fever
Learn about symptoms and treatment for this lung infection caused by fungi found in the…
Continuer la lectureValvuloplasty
Find out more about this cardiac catheter procedure to repair a narrowed heart valve.
Continuer la lectureVaping during pregnancy: Is it safe?
Vaping during pregnancy can expose your baby to nicotine.
Continuer la lectureVaricocele
Find out how this condition involving the enlargement of veins in the scrotum can affect…
Continuer la lectureVarices
This common condition causes lines or cords to develop under the skin. Learn self-care steps…
Continuer la lectureVascular dementia
Learn more about this stroke-related type of dementia that causes memory loss and can affect…
Continuer la lectureVascular rings
In this condition, parts of the body's main artery or its branches go around the…
Continuer la lectureVasculitis
This swelling and irritation of the blood vessels may thicken and weaken blood vessel walls.…
Continuer la lectureVasectomy
Find out more about this minor surgery that provides nearly 100% effective birth control by…
Continuer la lectureVasectomy reversal
Learn about this microsurgery procedure that can restore your fertility after a vasectomy.
Continuer la lectureVasodilators
Learn how these blood pressure medicines work, what else they treat and the potential side…
Continuer la lectureVasovagal syncope
Learn about what causes a brief loss of consciousness and when to see a healthcare…
Continuer la lectureVBAC: Know the pros and cons
Vaginal birth after cesarean, also called VBAC, is possible for many people. Know what to…
Continuer la lectureVegetarian diet: Can it help me control my diabetes?
Although switching to a vegetarian diet won't cure diabetes, it may offer some benefits.
Continuer la lectureVegetarian diet: How to get the best nutrition
A vegetarian diet can meet your nutritional needs if you make wise choices.
Continuer la lectureVentricular assist device (VAD)
Learn how this device helps the heart pump and when you might need one.
Continuer la lectureVentricular fibrillation
Without fast treatment, this heart rhythm problem can cause death within minutes. Learn the symptoms…
Continuer la lectureVentricular septal defect (VSD)
In this heart problem present at birth, there is a hole between the two lower…
Continuer la lectureVentricular tachycardia
This rapid heart rate can be a medical emergency. Know the warning symptoms and how…
Continuer la lectureVentricular tachycardia ablation
Learn how heart doctors apply heat or cold energy from inside or outside the heart…
Continuer la lectureVertebral tumor
Learn about these tumors that grow in the bones of the spine, causing pain and…
Continuer la lectureVesicoureteral reflux
Learn about what happens if urine flows backward from the bladder. Usually found in children,…
Continuer la lectureVEXAS syndrome
Learn about this condition that causes swelling and irritation throughout the body, how to know…
Continuer la lectureViagra for women: Does it exist?
Learn about medicines to treat problems with sexual arousal or sexual desire in women.
Continuer la lectureVicks VapoRub: An effective nasal decongestant?
Find out why you should not use this ointment to ease a stuffy nose during…
Continuer la lectureVideo: 3 things you didn't know about cold sores
Cold sores on the lips can be embarrassing and tough to hide. Most people who…
Continuer la lectureVideo: 6-grain hot cereal
This big batch of 6-grain hot cereal is ready in about an hour with almost…
Continuer la lectureVideo: Abdominal ball raise with fitness ball
You can do many exercises with a fitness ball. See the abdominal ball raise.
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