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… acute bronchitis get better without any problems. But it can be more serious in older adults and children and in … months of the year and for at least 2 years in a row. What causes acute bronchitis? Acute bronchitis is usually caused … at home. They don't need antibiotics or other prescription medicines. Antibiotics don't help with viral bronchitis. And …
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… to pass gas from 6 to 20 times per day. What are common causes of gas? Common causes of gas include: Swallowed air. … may be different for every person too. Constipation. This can cause bloating but generally does not increase gas. Medicines or nutritional supplements. Both prescription and …
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… called a pit. Loose hair and skin debris trapped there can cause an infection or an abscess. It's also called a … or causing pain : Your doctor may treat the cyst with medicines. Or the cyst may be removed using special tools …
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… change has affected the skin. In many cases, rashes are caused by skin irritation, which can have many causes. A rash is often a minor problem that … hot weather (heat rash); and emotional stress. Some medicines can cause a rash as a side effect. A very rare and …
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… milk good for my baby? Human milk is good for your baby because it: Is the safest and healthiest food for babies Is … baby Heal after giving birth Decrease your risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer and diabetes When can I start … also in some soft drinks, sports drinks, over-the-counter medicines and chocolate. Caffeinated energy drinks. Many …
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… winter. Its main symptom is a harsh, barking cough. Croup causes swelling and narrowing in the voice box, windpipe, and breathing tubes that lead to the lungs. This can make it hard for your child to breathe. An attack of … improves in 2 to 5 days. When home treatment isn't enough, medicines such as glucocorticoids or epinephrine may be used …
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… They usually occur over weeks or months. Cluster headaches can be so painful that you are not able to follow your … even though they are very painful, cluster headaches don't cause long-term harm. During a cycle, you may be able to … time to find what works best for you. Over-the-counter pain medicines, such as aspirin, acetaminophen, and ibuprofen, …
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… after you stop using the medicine. But some drug allergies can be very serious. Some drug allergies go away with time. … or if you have side effects that are not as serious. What causes it? Any medicine can cause an allergic reaction. A … are: Penicillins (such as ampicillin or amoxicillin). Sulfa medicines. Anesthesia. Aspirin and other non-steroidal …
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… Ringworm is an infection on your skin, hair, or nails. It's caused by a fungus . The medical term for fungal infections … of the skin and on the hair. Ringworm is contagious. You can catch it by touching a person or animal that has it or … as hats, combs, brushes, towels, and clothing. The fungi can survive for several months on people, animals, and …
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… you use a drug or alcohol again after you have quit. Or it can be brief episodes of use at later points. A relapse is not being able to stay drug-free or sober over time. It can occur if you have a series of lapses close together or a … What can trigger a relapse? Triggers are things that might cause you to have a relapse from alcohol or illegal or …
