ClinicalReads

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Nutrition

You Can’t Compete With Bulimia

Binging and purging to maintain a comfortable appearance is not a strategy. It is a health problem.

Nutrition

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Food Allergies Interfere With Skincare

Allergic skin sensitivities can disrupt the best skincare routine. Here is how to assess the problem and improve the appearance of your skin.

Orthopedics

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Why Doctors Won’t Fix Your Back

Pain in your lower back is excru­ciat­ing most days. But for years, your doctor explores options other than orthopedic surgery. Why the hesitation?

Physiotherapy

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Is Acupuncture Out of The Question?

Patients obtaining a measure of relief with acupuncture swear it cures everything. How does it work, and what are realistic expectations?

Otolaryngology

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Vertigo Spinning Out of Control

Otolaryngologists may zero in on one of many causes for vertigo. How can you narrow it down and stop the spinning?

Neurology

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Awakening From a Coma

A coma can result from trauma or is sometimes medically induced. What happens during a coma and what is the outlook for recovery?

Cardiology

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Premature Ventricular Contractions

Occurring occasionally, Premature Ventricular Contractions can resolve on their own. Occurring frequently, PVCs can signal more serious conditions.

Cardiology

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Acquired Aplastic Anemia

A rare triple-threat anemia, can deplete each major blood component, reducing energy, decreasing lung and heart function.

Physiotherapy

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Narrowing Down Spinal Stenosis

Nerve compression trans­cends physical strength to immo­bilize the most power­ful patients. How can you dif­feren­ti­ate stenosis and resume normal activities?

Orthopedics

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Straightening Out Scoliosis

Spinal surgery for scoliosis is more of an aesthetic remedy than a medical resolution. What are the considerations before going under the knife?

Food

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Herbs for Cooking, Not Smoking

The best way to get used to cooking with herbs is to grow and use them. These popular herbs will make your meals sing like a 1960s music duo.