Headaches

Headaches

Very few people avoid ever getting a headache, and they appear in many different ways. They may affect the whole head or just a part. They may be felt as anything from a dull ache to a sharp stabbing. They can last a few minutes or a few days. Some people feel nauseous, others don't....

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Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain

Fibromyalgia

The word fibromyalgia is derived from three words: fibro, which is Latin for fibrous tissue; myo, which is Greek for muscle; and algia, also Greek and meaning pain. It is a chronic syndrome that covers symptoms, including muscle pain, fatigue, and multiple tender points. It affects 3 to 6 million people in the United States,...

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Ear Infections

Ear Infections

Around 50% of children will experience at least one middle-ear infection (otitis media) before they're one year old. By age three, it's more like two-thirds. Otitis media is caused by a bacterial or viral infection which may arise from another condition such as a cold, and produces a buildup of fluid behind the ear drum,...

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Colic

Colic

Colic is a condition that usually appears between the 3rd and 6th week after birth and is characterized by excessive crying. Most cases resolve after 3 months old. Babies with colic can often be seen drawing their arms and legs as though in pain and may turn bright red. It is not known exactly what...

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Bedwetting

Bed Wetting

Bedwetting is a stressful situation for all involved. For the bedwetter, though, it can cause feelings of shame and embarrassment and may even retard the development of normal social functioning. Why bedwetting occurs is not fully understood, although in some cases, children may have underdeveloped bladders or experience a problem recognizing when their bladder is...

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