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Heavy periods: Can folic acid help?
Heavy periods may cause iron deficiency anemia. Folic acid supplements can't treat that.
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Learn about possible causes of this common symptom and what to do about it.
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Learn more about the symptoms, tests and treatments for this infection.
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Learn about this red blood cell blood test, including why it's used and what to…
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Learn about diagnosis and treatment of this nervous system condition that causes muscles to twitch…
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This liver condition usually runs in families. It causes your body to absorb too much…
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Learn about hemodialysis and the risks and benefits of this procedure to treat kidney failure.
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Learn why this blood test is done, how to prepare for it and what the…
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Damage to the small blood vessels in the kidneys can cause clots that clog the…
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In this inherited disorder, the blood lacks one of several clot-forming proteins. The result is…
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There are many effective options for easing the discomfort of these swollen veins in the…
Continue ReadingHemorrhoids during pregnancy: What's the best treatment?
Know how to relieve painful, swollen veins in the anus and rectum during pregnancy.
Continue ReadingHenoch-Schonlein purpura
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this illness, also called IgA vasculitis, that…
Continue ReadingHepatic artery infusion pump (HAIP) chemotherapy
Learn about this specialized chemotherapy treatment that targets cancer in the liver.
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This serious liver condition can harm your brain and lead to coma or death. Find…
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This contagious liver infection is caused by a virus. Learn more about its symptoms, treatment…
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This serious liver infection is caused by a virus that spreads easily. Learn about the…
Continue ReadingHepatitis B and Hepatitis C: What’s the difference?
HBV and HCV are viruses that cause liver disease. The symptoms may be the same.…
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Many people with this infection don't know they have it. Find out about symptoms and…
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An HCV antibody test shows whether you've ever come into contact with the virus that…
Continue ReadingHepatitis C: How common is sexual transmission?
Although hepatitis C is highly contagious, the risk of sexual transmission is very low.
Continue ReadingHepatitis C: What happens in end-stage liver disease?
End-stage complications of hepatitis C include liver failure and liver cancer.
Continue ReadingHepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)
Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for this type of liver cancer.
Continue ReadingHepatopulmonary syndrome
This lung condition causes low oxygen levels and shortness of breath in people who have…
Continue ReadingHER2-positive breast cancer: What is it?
HER2-positive breast cancer tends to be more aggressive than other types of breast cancer. Treatments…
Continue ReadingHerbal supplements and heart medicines may not mix
Some herbal supplements can have dangerous interactions with heart medications.
Continue ReadingHerbal treatment for anxiety: Is it effective?
Herbal treatment for anxiety: A Mayo Clinic expert discusses safety and effectiveness.
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