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It’s natural to worry when your child has a bad cough. Typically, a child’s cough is nothing to worry about, and is often caused by a…

Are you wondering why you have puffy eyes or how you can make under-eye bags disappear? Good news: Although they can be bothersome, bags under your…

Piles, also known as hemorrhoids, are swollen veins around the anus and rectum. They can be quite uncomfortable, causing itching, pain, and bleeding. While seeking medical attention…

Coughing is a common medical complaint; however, it’s usually not a sign of anything serious. Prolonged coughing can also be symptomatic of a number of conditions.…

Paronychia (nail infection) usually results from bacteria. Bacteria get into the skin through cuts in the cuticle and the nail fold (the skin around the nail).…

Despite what its name implies, heartburn has nothing to do with your heart. Rather, it’s a burning sensation in your esophagus, the 10-inch tube connecting your…

When viral fever strikes, it brings with it a host of unpleasant symptoms that can leave us feeling drained and debilitated. While modern medicine offers a…

We all have gas. Yet, we’re embarrassed to mention it to health-care providers and friends in social conversation. Ten percent to 20 percent of adults have…

Cold remedies are almost as common as the common cold. But do they work? Nothing can cure a cold, which is caused by germs called viruses.…

Various home treatments can help manage constipation, such as drinking more water and eating fiber. If home remedies do not help, over-the-counter and prescription medications are…