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What to Do If You Think You’re Having a “Nervous Breakdown”

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The term “nervous breakdown” is commonly used to refer to an inability to function normally;…

What To Do When You Hit Your Head & Head Injury Symptoms

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If you hit your head and get a tender bump, bruise, or small cut without…

Urinary Tract Infections in the Elderly Are Different

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UTIs in the elderly are more common than in younger adults. UTIs in elderly women…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Signs of high blood sugar; Brain aneurysm

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My 80-year-old mother, who has diabetes, has recently moved into my home so I can…

The Most Common Tests Used to Assess Heart Function

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If your doctor suspects you have heart disease, he or she may order some tests…

Patient Participation Is a Must for Optimum Hip Replacement Outcome

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More than 350,000 hip replacement surgeries are performed each year in the U.S. And the…

For Painful Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal May Be Necessary

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Your gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ located on the right side of your abdomen…

First Aid Kit Essentials and Essential Medicines

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First aid is medical care that is done right away at the site of the…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Preventing Lyme disease; Diet and cataract risk; Respiratory infections

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How can I protect myself from Lyme disease when I’m hiking this summer? Lyme disease…

The Best Calcium-Rich Foods for Non-Meat Eaters

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Fruits, vegetables, and nuts are good sources of calcium. © KucherAV | Getty Images We…

OTC Pain Relievers May Have Side Effects, Just Like Prescription Drugs

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You probably don’t think much about it when you take a couple of Advil or…

Ease Symptoms of IBS with Lifestyle Strategies

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Symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) include abdominal pain, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and/or constipation. But…

Unhealthy Air Quality: What Should You Do When the AQI is Too High?

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According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), air pollution can be dangerous to…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Acupuncture vs. acupressure; Causes of bad breath; Kyphoplasty

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What’s the difference between acupuncture and acupressure? Is it true that acupuncture doesn’t hurt? Both…

Address Urinary Incontinence to Restore Your Quality of Life

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Urinary incontinence (UI) is very common among postmenopausal women: According to a national poll, more…

Heart Attack Symptoms Don’t Always Occur in Your Chest

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Although health experts have known for many years that women’s risk of heart disease increases…

Ask Tufts Experts: Nutrition Label Nutrients; Diet and Diverticulitis

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Why can’t I find vitamin C on most Nutrition Facts labels? Who decides which vitamins…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Donating platelets; When to stop therapy; Ankle fusion

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I donate blood several times a year, and my blood bank recently asked me to…

Thyroid Diseases Can Produce a Wide Variety of Symptoms

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Thyroid disorders aren’t a top health concern for most women, but they are very common:…

Meditation: Yes, it Can Work for You

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Meditation is a way to calm and focus the mind. Research suggests various kinds of…

Uterine Fibroids and Polyps

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Many women have uterine fibroids and polyps, which are typically benign tumors. These growths don’t…

Maintain Your Motivation to Exercise

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It’s an exciting new year, and you boldly declare that you are totally determined to…

The Painful Journey of Kidney Stones

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Kidneys are bean-shaped organs seated just below the ribcage. Their main job is to filter…

Is Turmeric Good for Arthritis?

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Turmeric is a plant in the ginger family. The Latin name is Curcuma longa. Turmeric…

How to Start Exercising Safely

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The latest Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans from the U.S. Department of Health and Human…

Taming Osteoarthritis Symptoms May Require Several Strategies

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If you are one of the millions of women who have osteoarthritis (OA), you know…

Cataract Removal Can Clear Your Cloudy Vision with Minimal Risk

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Cataracts—clumps of protein that cloud the lenses of your eyes—are the most common cause of…

Ask The Doctor: December 2021

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Is it true that men and women exhibit different signs of depression? Although women suffer…

Is It Normal Forgetfulness
or Something More Serious?

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We toss them off with a laugh as “senior moments,” but those memory lapses that…

Manage the Emotional Challenges 
Associated with Memory Loss

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A diagnosis of dementia immediately triggers thoughts about memory loss, trouble concentrating, poor judgment, and…

Gifts That Cushion, Comfort, and Assist

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Everyone can use a helping hand every now and then. And that’s especially true if…

Why You Might Need a Heart Test

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The stethoscope is an iconic medical device with which physicians can quickly get a sense…

A Patient’s Guide to CBD and Drug Interactions

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Cannabidiol (CBD) is a well-known component of hemp with diverse health benefits such as reducing…

Ask Tufts Experts: Added Fibers; Cherry Juice for Arthritis

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I’ve noticed that a lot of food packages boast the product has extra fiber. Are…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Long-term effects of constipation; The “Whole30” eating plan

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Can constipation cause damage to the intestines? Occasional constipation, which is usually defined as having…

That Literal Pain In Your Butt Might Be Your Sciatic Nerve

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If you have pain that starts in your lower back and runs down through your…