Mayo Clinic Q&A: Long-term benefits and risks of intermittent fasting aren’t yet known
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Is intermittent fasting for weight loss safe? What are the risks of short-term diets that…
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Adults up to age 45 and at risk for HPV infection can get vaccine
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Why is the HPV vaccine now offered to adults and adolescents? I was surprised to…
Thyroid disorder may not show symptoms until pregnancy
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m five months pregnant and was just diagnosed with hypothyroidism. I’ve never had thyroid problems…
Treating gout involves combination of lifestyle changes, medication
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Years ago, I had gout in my toe, but I didn’t need medication other than…
Woman’s symptoms require evaluation with health care provider
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m 19, and I think I might have a yeast infection. Or it could be…
Canker sores often go away on their own, are not contagious
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Every few months, my teenage son gets canker sores in the back of his throat…
Oversight of nonprescription CBD products doesn’t exist
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m interested in trying CBD for knee pain. I see CBD for sale everywhere —…
Panic attack isn’t life-threatening, but can be frightening
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: After going to the emergency department for what I thought was a heart attack, the…
Most aortic aneurysms are small, develop slowly
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What causes a thoracic aortic aneurysm? Does it always grow slowly, or do some develop…
Fiber has several health benefits
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My doctor is recommending a trial of a gluten-free diet to see if my digestive…