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Medical Edge from Mayo Clinic
Medical Edge is to other health columns what Mayo Clinic is to other hospitals-virtually unmatched. This Q&A column offers the wisdom and guidance of Mayo Clinic's team of highly specialized physicians, clinicians, specialists and laboratory workers. The column covers a range of health issues and the latest medical thinking in the fields of cancer, heart disease, family medicine, neurology, pediatrics, surgery, women's health and others.
Medical Edge from Mayo Clinic Samples
Explore helpful strategies to ease child's fear of thunderstorms
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My son, 8, is very afraid of thunderstorms. ANSWER: Fear of storms is common in children your son's age. Storms can be scary.
For successful treatment of chronic runny nose, first identify underlying cause
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm an 85-year-old man who's had a postnasal drip problem since childhood.
Mild leg swelling can be easily managed, but check with doctor first for accurate diagnosis
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: For the past couple of weeks, my calves have been swollen. ANSWER: There are numerous causes of painless swelling of the legs. Edema is the result of a buildup of excess fluid in your tissues.
Establishing a daily routine a good first step for teen with chronic pain
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: As the result of a sports injury, my 16-year-old daughter has chronic pain that has lasted for more than a year. ANSWER: Your daughter's pain may fade over time.
Weight just one factor to consider when measuring health
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Is it possible to be 30 pounds overweight and still be healthy? ANSWER: Weight is one important measure of health.
Work with your doctor to weigh pros, cons of treatment options for hyperthyroidism
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've had hyperthyroidism for just over one year, and medication does not seem to keep it in check. ANSWER: Radioactive iodine is a safe, proven and effective treatment for hyperthyroidism.
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