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Todo lo que necesita saber sobre los herpes labiales

Todo lo que necesita saber sobre los herpes labiales

Los herpes labiales son pequeñas heridas o lesiones similares a las ampollas que aparecen en los labios, barbilla, mejillas, dentro de las fosas nasales, encías o paladar (estas dos últimas con menos frecuencia). Normalmente, producen dolor, una sensación de ardor o picazón antes de que se rompan y formen una costra. Se suelen denominar con […]

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Síntomas, causas y tratamiento para el herpes

Síntomas, causas y tratamiento para el herpes

El herpes es una infección causada por el VHS (virus del herpes simple). Afecta a los genitales externos, la región anal, las superficies de la mucosa y la piel de otras partes del cuerpo. El herpes se considera una enfermedad a largo plazo. Sin embargo, muchas personas nunca han padecido los síntomas, incluso aunque sean […]

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Taquicardia: Causas, síntomas y tratamientos

Taquicardia: Causas, síntomas y tratamientos

La taquicardia se define como la frecuencia cardíaca más rápida de lo normal cuando estamos en reposo, normalmente superior a las 100 pulsaciones por minuto. Puede ser peligrosa dependiendo de la causa subyacente y del nivel de esfuerzo que necesite el corazón para trabajar. Es posible que algunas personas con taquicardia no presenten síntomas o […]

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Could Pot Harm Men’s Sperm?

Could Pot Harm Men’s Sperm?

Latest Men’s Health News WEDNESDAY, Dec. 19, 2018 (HealthDay News) — New research shows that marijuana causes genetic changes in sperm, though it’s not clear what effect those changes have, or if they’re passed on to a man’s children. But the scientists said their findings suggest that men trying to have children should consider avoiding […]

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Metformin vs. Victoza

Metformin vs. Victoza

What Is the difference between metformin vs. Victoza? Metformin and Victoza (liraglutide) are used for treating type 2 diabetes. Metformin is also used to treat polycystic ovaries and weight gain due to medications used for treating psychoses. Metformin is an oral medication and Victoza is administered by injection under the skin (subcutaneously). Brand names of […]

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Take High Blood Pressure Meds? Exercise Might Work Just as Well

Take High Blood Pressure Meds? Exercise Might Work Just as Well

Latest High Blood Pressure News TUESDAY, Dec. 18, 2018 (HealthDay News) — If you have high blood pressure, hitting the gym may be as helpful as taking drugs to lower your numbers, researchers say. There’s “compelling evidence that combining endurance and dynamic resistance training was effective in reducing [blood pressure],” according to the authors of […]

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Heart Failure Takes Heavy Toll, Even for Those With Stronger Hearts

Heart Failure Takes Heavy Toll, Even for Those With Stronger Hearts

Latest Heart News TUESDAY, Dec. 18, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Having a stronger heart after being hospitalized for heart failure may not translate into a better outcome, new research suggests. Levels of physical and mental decline were similar among patients with weaker or stronger hearts, and surprisingly, those with stronger hearts had higher rates of […]

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Ballet Class: Not Just Child’s Play Anymore

Ballet Class: Not Just Child’s Play Anymore

By Len CanterHealthDay Reporter Latest Exercise & Fitness News WEDNESDAY, Dec. 19, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Ballet dancers are known for their sleek, sculpted look, in part the result of hours spent exercising at the ballet barre. While not everyone can dance the Nutcracker or Swan Lake, classes in “barre” are now widely available and […]

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Many Say Ketamine Eased Their Depression, But Is It Safe?

Many Say Ketamine Eased Their Depression, But Is It Safe?

By Carole Tanzer MillerHealthDay Reporter Latest Depression News WEDNESDAY, Dec. 19, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Jen Godfrey couldn’t shake the “deep cloud” that lingered even after she found an antidepressant she could tolerate. Then a string of stressors hit — five years of fertility treatment and an 80-pound weight gain during pregnancy that left her […]

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Should Flu Vaccine Be Mandatory for Medical Staff?

Should Flu Vaccine Be Mandatory for Medical Staff?

WebMD Health News Dec. 18, 2018 — Medscape Medical News has done a nonscientific online poll of doctors and other health care professionals about this year’s flu season and flu vaccine. Latest Cold and Flu News The survey comes after an unidentified nurse was allegedly fired for refusing to get a flu vaccine, drawing the […]