What could cause night sweats in a middle-age man?
For men, night sweats can signal anything from room temperature issues to infections, sleep apnea, medications, hormonal problems, or something else.
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Month: August 2013
What is oral thrush and why do I keep getting it?
Recurring white patches or odd tastes in the mouth can signal yeast infection known as thrush. Yeast overgrowth may be tied to dentures, antibiotics, or immune problems.
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What could cause sudden leg weakness?
Legs that repeatedly give out after activity, then recover with rest, may point to more than low minerals and warrant prompt medical evaluation.
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Migraines Linked to Changes in Brain
The brains of people with migraines look a bit different than other brains, a review of research concludes. The review looked at 19 studies. All of them examined people’s brains using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The images showed that people who have migraines are more likely than others to have changes in the brain’s white matter. These areas help to carry signals within the brain. People with migraines also had more areas in the brain that looked like previous strokes. Researchers said they don’t know why changes in white matter are more common in people with migraines. They don’t know if migraines caused the changes, or if the changes caused the migraines. Or something else could have caused both. They said they have no evidence that the changes affect people’s health.
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How does celiac disease weaken bones?
Inflammation resulting from celiac disease may prevent the intestine from adequately absorbing vitamin D and calcium, leaving bones fragile. Diet, supplements, and exercise can help.
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Do I need to avoid grapefruit if I am on a statin?
A favorite citrus fruit can unexpectedly boost statin levels in your bloodstream. Learn why this happens and what it may mean for your prescription.
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Is three cups of coffee a day too much?
Daily coffee is part of your routine, but is that third cup helping or hurting? Explore how your brew may affect your health.
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Can weather affect blood pressure?
Seasons can affect blood pressure. But winter chills, holiday weight gain, and salty comfort foods can also push readings higher as warm weather gives way to cold.
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Could stress be responsible for my costochondritis?
Pain where a rib meets your breastbone can be unsettling. Learn how doctors pinpoint this chest wall problem and which home treatments may ease it.
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Can vitamins and natural supplements help prevent frequent headaches?
Some vitamins and supplements show limited benefit for certain types of headache. Good sleep habits, stress reduction, and other lifestyle changes can also help.
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