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Do Herbal Appetite Suppressants Work?

Angelica Giron, MD Weight Loss

Many people are wondering if herbal supplements used to suppress appetite can really help them lose weight. These products are widely available as over-the-counter products, and there are even more that are available online. Diet pills and other forms of weight loss products often contain a

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Lower Abdominal And Pelvic Pain

Angelica Giron, MD Gastrointestinal Disorders

The abdomen is a large cavity in the trunk, below the chest cavity and diaphragm, that contains various organs and tissues. These include parts of the digestive system, the genitourinary system, blood vessels, nerves, muscles, and spinal bones. The abdomen can be anatomically divided into four

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Non-Surgical Treatment For Hemorrhoids

Angelica Giron, MD Gastrointestinal Disorders

Hemorrhoids are a common problem for men and women, and although they are usually harmless, they can cause a lot of pain and discomfort. These enlarged veins located in the anal canal usually develop when there is a chronic increase in pressure in the rectum and anus, which usually occurs with

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Pineapple Diet - Just Another Fad Diet

Angelica Giron, MD Weight Loss

There are many types of weight-loss diets with fancy names and varying techniques. One of them is the pineapple diet, which involves taking "Pineapple Super Fat Melter tablets" or eating lots of pineapple, tuna and water daily. According to its proponents, pineapples contain some enzymes that can

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What Causes Severe Upper Abdominal Pain?

Angelica Giron, MD Gastrointestinal Disorders

Severe pain in the upper abdomen are common complaints, which may be caused by a number of possibilities. The upper abdominal region lies just below the chest, ribs, and diaphragm, where various organs may be found. These include portions of the digestive system, including the stomach, the small

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No Super Drain Formula For Weight Loss

Angelica Giron, MD Weight Loss

There is a wide market of weight loss products that claim "super," "quick," "miracle," or "guaranteed" results. However, none of these products are supported with solid evidence that show how effective and safe they are when used to achieve significant, or sustained weight loss. Most weight loss

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Sudden Weight Gain After Stopping The Birth Control Pill

Sameera Madugalle, M.D. Women's Health

Oral contraceptive pills The oral contraceptive pill is one of the most commonly used birth control methods. It gained popularity quickly because it is easy to use, cheap, freely available and does not usually cause serious adverse effects. There are many types of oral contraceptive pills: Combined

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Pain While Inserting A Tampon

Sameera Madugalle, M.D. Women's Health

What are tampons? A tampon is a cylindrical device made out of highly absorbent material. A tampon is inserted into the vagina during menstruation to absorb the menstrual flow. The tampon has a long history which starts in ancient Egypt. Ancient medical scrolls discovered by archaeologists provide

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Bleeding After Sex

Sameera Madugalle, M.D. Women's Health

Bleeding after sex is not uncommon. It may originate from the vagina, cervix or uterus. Before discussing possible causes, a bit of background on clinical anatomy is helpful. Vaginal anatomy The vagina is formed from two embryological structures. The superficial part of the vagina develops from the

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Gambling Your Money On Diet Pills

Angelica Giron, MD Weight Loss

Unless your doctor prescribed your weight-loss pills, it is safe to bet that you are just gambling away your money by buying over-the-counter (OTC) diet pills or ordering them online. There is only one exception, and that is an OTC drug called Alli, or an FDA-approved formulation of Orlistat in