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OxyContin is an effective opioid painkiller that can help people manage moderate to severe pain. It can also, however, be highly addictive. What do you need to know?

Hydrocodone, a semi-synthetic opioid, is rather addictive — yet millions of people are prescribed it each year. How can you recognize the signs of addiction, and what treatment is available?

Hepatitis C is a virus that affects the liver. As the liver tissue takes more damage, certain complications start to emerge. Fatty liver disease is one of them.

Roughly a quarter of autistic children are non-verbal or minimally-verbal. Many still learn to speak later on, but for those who don't, there are other options in the form of augmentative and alternative communication.

Most people get all the protein they need — and more — without even trying. That doesn't necessarily include you, though. Could a lack of protein be keeping you from reaching your weight loss goals, and what else could a protein deficiency mean for you?

A mucocele is a relatively simple condition that can look more serious than it is. It is seen in children of a young age and can appear suddenly out of nowhere. Like any unexplained growth, it is recommended that a doctor be allowed to examine it ASAP.

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a viral disease that is extremely common in children. In most cases, the symptoms are mild and self-limiting although, in a small percentage of cases, some serious complications can occur. Read on to find out more.

Cardiogenic shock is one of the potential heart attack complications that arise when the heart’s muscle tissue has been deprived of oxygen and is slowly being damaged.

GERD and heart attacks can both start with chest pain which, at first, makes it very difficult to tell if you’re having a heart attack or are experiencing acid reflux. Knowing the symptoms of GERD might shed some light on the situation.

Research conducted over the past decade has shown that people who have asthma are at greater risk of having a full-blown heart attack, particularly if they have active asthma.