Heart palpitations can be frightening. Most often they’re stress-related and not at all harmful. However, caffeine, nicotine, and hormones can all cause the heart to beat faster than normal, as can an underlying health condition, so it’s wise to seek medical attention if palpitations persist.
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A nasty and uncomfortable kidney infection results when bacteria enters into the bladder and enters one or both kidneys. Here are the 11 most telling signs of a kidney infection.
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This can be a very temporary feeling, or it can be a recurring health problem that may need medical attention. If you often feel like the earth is spinning or that you can’t get your bearings, then you should probably see a doctor. We look into the 13 potential health reasons behind dizziness.
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Initially, the flu may be shrugged off as just a common cold due to similar symptoms, but there are some differentiating symptoms. We look into the most common symptoms of the influenza.
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Anorexia nervosa—which is often referred to simply as anorexia—is an eating disorder in which people “have an intense fear of gaining weight,” says WebMD. In order to prevent this weight gain, they severely limit their consumption of food and, as a result, become incredibly thin. The disorder tends to begin during adolescence, and although it […]
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Muscle cramps, which are often referred to as “charley horses,” are something that most everyone has experienced at one time or another. Follow along as we outline 10 possible causes of muscle cramps, as well as ways to prevent them and when to contact a doctor.
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