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4 common questions (and answers) about the penis
Safe to say, your groin area is more sensitive than other parts of your body. But men, you don't need to suffer. The key is to figure out what's behind your symptoms.
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6 constipation remedies that work (plus 3 that don't)
Feeling blocked up, cramping or bloating? We’ve all been there before. Constipation is when your bowel movements become difficult to pass or happen less frequently than usual.
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You asked, we answered: If I've already tried letrozole to trigger ovulation, can I still try clomid?
We have been trying to get pregnant for almost three years now, and I tried letrozole last year. Is it possible to try clomiphene?
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Brain food: What foods help with mood?
Nutrients are the building blocks of happy hormones, which are created in your gut.
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Fact-check: Erectile dysfunction, swollen testicles and sperm count after COVID-19 vaccination or infection
One of the most repeated myths of COVID-19 vaccination concerns fertility. We lay out the facts.
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PCOS: what it is and why it increases the risk of COVID-19
Some women have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and don’t even know it.
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You asked, we answered: I'm late, what are pregnancy symptoms?
There are many reasons why a woman’s period can be late, ranging from common hormonal imbalances to stress to pregnancy.
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IBS or IBD: what's the difference?
If you’ve ever experienced gut issues, you know how frustrating it can be. You may try a variety of things to feel better, but if the discomfort continues, you may worry about what’s really going on.
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Ayden's story: One year after transplant
Ayden was born with tangled intestines. A year after multi-organ transplant, Ayden is able to live a normal life with his twin brother.
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6 tips for dealing with IBD flare-ups
While you may not be able to prevent flare-ups completely, there are some proactive things you can do to cope.
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