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These small, firm skin bumps are usually benign and often appear on the legs. Learn why they form, how they’re removed, and sun‑safety basics to help prevent another one.
Warm, damp shoes can harbor fungus well after a skin infection clears. Fresh socks, antifungal powder, rotation, and retiring old shoes are all important.
An elevated lymphocyte count usually indicates a simple viral illness. Less often, it could indicate a blood cancer. How the number is calculated shapes what it may mean.
Why is Prilosec supposed to be taken for 14 days if it stops heartburn symptoms immediately?
I had an appendectomy almost nine years ago and lately have been having pain in the surrounding area. Is it possible I have adhesions as a result of that surgery? If so, what can I do to stop the pain?
How do you clear wax build up in the ear?
Could vitiligo be linked to an episode of Lyme disease?
I have a persistent leathery rash with itching. My doctor says I have neurodermatitis? What does that mean? How is it treated?
I am 60 years old. I don't have a spleen due to an accident at age 24. I had shingles as a youngster. Should I get the shingles vaccination?
Once you start taking Lipitor, do you have to stay on it for the rest of your life?