Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
Overview Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are caused by sexually transmitted infections (STIs). They are spread mainly by sexual contact. STIs are caused by bacteria, viruses or parasites. A sexually transmitted infection may pass from person to person in blood, semen, or vaginal and other bodily fluids. Sometimes sexually transmitted infections are spread in ways other than sexual […]
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Colic
Overview Colic is frequent, prolonged and intense crying or fussiness in a healthy infant. Colic can be particularly frustrating for parents because the baby’s distress occurs for no apparent reason and no amount of consoling seems to bring any relief. These episodes often occur in the evening, when parents themselves are often tired. Episodes of […]
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Depression
Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Also called major depressive disorder or clinical depression, it affects how you feel, think and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. You may have trouble doing normal day-to-day activities, and sometimes you may […]
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Dengue fever
Overview Dengue (DENG-gey) fever is a mosquito-borne illness that occurs in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. Mild dengue fever causes a high fever and flu-like symptoms. The severe form of dengue fever, also called dengue hemorrhagic fever, can cause serious bleeding, a sudden drop in blood pressure (shock) and death. Millions of cases […]
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Typhoid fever
Overview Typhoid fever, also called enteric fever, is caused by salmonella bacteria. Typhoid fever is rare in places where few people carry the bacteria. It also is rare where water is treated to kill germs and where human waste disposal is managed. One example of where typhoid fever is rare is the United States. Places […]
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Neck Pain
Overview Neck pain is common. Poor posture — whether from leaning over a computer or hunching over a workbench — strains neck muscles. Osteoarthritis also is a common cause of neck pain. Rarely, neck pain can be a symptom of a more serious problem. Seek medical care for neck pain with numbness or loss of […]
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HEALTH BENEFITS OF RAMADAN OR ANY KIND OF FASTING.
Overview Fasting is the voluntary abstention from food (and sometimes drinks) for a specific period. It has been practiced for centuries for religious, spiritual, and health-related reasons. In recent years, science has confirmed various health benefits associated with fasting, ranging from weight loss to cellular repair and longevity. Fasting has several health benefits, both physically […]
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Migraine
Overview A migraine is a headache that can cause severe throbbing pain or a pulsing sensation, usually on one side of the head. It’s often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. Migraine attacks can last for hours to days, and the pain can be so bad that it interferes with […]
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Malaria
Overview Malaria is a disease caused by a parasite. The parasite is spread to humans through the bites of infected mosquitoes. People who have malaria usually feel very sick with a high fever and shaking chills. While the disease is uncommon in temperate climates, malaria is still common in tropical and subtropical countries. Each year […]
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Can You Get Pregnant from Pre-Cum? What to Expect
Overview Taking the penis out of the vagina before ejaculation, called withdrawal, is one of the oldest methods of birth control. It’s free and has no side effects. Pre-cum isn’t something you can control. The fluid release is an involuntary bodily function that happens right before ejaculation. That’s why the withdrawal method doesn’t work as […]
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