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Persistent Throat Clearing

My 9-year-old daughter is continually clearing her throat, especially in the early morning. Could this be a sign of allergies? She does not have any other allergy symptoms – no sneezing or watery, itchy eyes.

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Side Effects of H1N1 Flu Vaccine

I received the seasonal flu and H1N1 flu shots on a Thursday. On Saturday I woke up with a headache and fatigue. I noticed some broken blood vessels in the white portion of my left eye. Are these symptoms caused by the flu shots?

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Detecting Fractures in Young Children

How can you detect a fracture in very young children?

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Herbal Supplements for Depression and Anxiety

I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety. Are there any herbal supplements I can talk to my doctor about taking?

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Orotic Acid in the Urine

Our eleven-month old granddaughter – who was two months premature – recently had orotic acid show up in a urine test. What is it and should we be concerned?

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Viral Infections and Diaper Rash in Infants

Is it OK to give Pedialyte to a baby who is 7 months old? She has had a virus with loose stools for 5 days. Also, what do you recommend for diaper rash with redness and blisters?

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Self Treatment for Sciatica

What are some home remedies for sciatic nerve pain?

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Hormone Receptors and Breast Cancer

Please explain the significance of estrogen and progesterone positive results after a partial mastectomy. Does the Oncotype test help determine if a person should receive follow-up therapy?

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Post-Surgical Radiation with Ductal Carcinoma In Situ

I recently had a lumpectomy to treat ductal carcinoma in situ. I am now considering post-surgical radiation treatment. How effective is post-surgical radiation for this? Is it necessary for me to undergo radiation?

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Joint Dislocations

Over the past month or so, I am having issues with my joints. My legs are popping out of my hips, and my arms are popping out of my shoulders. There is no pain involved. In addition, every once in a while my knees give out. What could cause this?

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