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Microscopic Hematuria
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is microscopic hematuria? Microscopic hematuria is blood in the urine. “Microscopic” means something is so small that it can only be seen through a special tool called a microscope. So,…
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is MRSA? Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (commonly known as MRSA) is a subset of bacterial (staph) infection of the skin. Staph is the common name for the bacteria named Staphylococcus aureus….
Menopause
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is menopause? Menopause is when a person’s menstrual periods permanently stop (12 months in a row without a period) and you can no longer become pregnant. It is normal and…
Meniere’s Disease
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is Meniere’s disease? Meniere’s disease is a problem with your inner ear. No one knows exactly what causes it, but it may be related to a build-up of fluid in…
Mastitis
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is mastitis? Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast. Â It is usually caused by an infection. It often happens while a woman is breastfeeding, especially during the first 6 weeks….
Marijuana Use
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What are the common side effects of marijuana use? The following are some of the common side effects of using marijuana: Trouble remembering things Slowed reaction time Difficulty concentrating Sleepiness Anxiety…
Lupus – Lupus and Pregnancy
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Is pregnancy too risky if I have lupus? If you have a type of lupus called systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and you are thinking about getting pregnant, you may worry about how…
Lupus
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is lupus? Lupus is a disease that affects your immune system. An immune system that is functioning well has antibodies that fight off viruses, bacteria and other foreign substances. In…
Low Back Pain
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is low back pain? Low back pain is a common problem for many people. Different things can cause it, including injuries and certain conditions. You can help prevent pain in…
Interstitial Cystitis
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is interstitial cystitis? Interstitial cystitis is chronic inflammation of the bladder. People who have interstitial cystitis have a bladder wall that is inflamed and irritated (red and sore). This inflammation…