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Somatic symptom and related disorders represents the physical pain and symptoms a person feels from psychological factors.

Lipomas are slow-growing tumors that come from fat cells. They are usually round, moveable lumps under the skin.

If you are deaf or hard-of-hearing, these tips can improve communication with your doctor.

Childhood illnesses can be worrying for parents, but most common illnesses are relatively harmless and can be cared for at…

Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating.

Methotrexate is a strong medicine that is used to treat some types of cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and several other…

Keep your child safe by keeping medicines out of their reach.

Mononucleosis is a contagious illness caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. The virus can be found in saliva, mucus, and other…

A family doctor is trained in all areas of medicine to take care of your whole family. Choosing the right…

Most people’s feet point straight ahead or outward. Some people, however, have feet that point inward. This is called…

A quick-care clinic or urgent care facility does not take the place of a visit to your family doctor. However,…

Head lice are small wingless insects that can get on your hair and scalp. Lice bites may cause constant scratching,…

Knowing how to read your medical bills can help you to budget and to ensure that you’re paying the right…

H1N1 influenza is a viral infection. It’s not the same as seasonal flu (influenza). The first outbreak occurred in 2009…

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