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Nail Fungal Infections
…60 years of age. They are especially common in people who have diabetes or circulation problems. Men are more likely than women to get fungal nail infections. DIAGNOSIS & TESTS…
Diabetic Neuropathy
…diabetic neuropathy. Men are more likely to have diabetic neuropathy than women. High cholesterol levels and smoking also increase your risk. DIAGNOSIS How is diabetic neuropathy diagnosed? Your healthcare provider…
Breastfeeding – Hints to Help You Get Off to a Good Start
…you to be close to your baby. Women who breastfeed have lower risks of type 2 diabetes, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, high blood pressure, and heart disease. How do I…
Sexuality in Older Adults
…doesn’t have to mean the end of your sexual activity. You can have a healthy, enjoyable sex life at any age. How does aging affect sexual health? Changes for women:…
Your Baby’s Development – The Third Trimester
…your baby has eyelashes and eyebrows and may have a full head of hair. Or, the baby may be born bald. Nails have grown to the tips of the fingers…
Childhood Overweight and Obesity
…whether your child is overweight by calculating their body mass index (BMI). BMI is an approximate measure of body fat. It is based on your child’s height and weight. Many…
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
…burns, cuts, or bruises surgery minor procedures, such as a needle stick Anyone at any age can get CPRS. It is more common in women. It seems to peak around…
Tobacco Addiction
…increased risk of: Lung cancer and many other types of cancer Heart disease Serious breathing problems Stomach ulcers and acid reflux Gum disease Damage to babies of pregnant women who…
Multiple Myeloma
…The cause of multiple myeloma is currently unknown. This cancer usually occurs in people older than 60 years of age. It is slightly more common in men than in women….
Tubal Sterilization (Tubal Ligation)
…If you were using birth control pills and your periods were irregular before you started using birth control pills, you will likely have irregular periods after sterilization. As women get…