Adolescents and Young Adults: Getting the Preventive Services You Need
Preventive services now will protect you and help you make healthy decisions throughout your life. Learn more about the path to improved health here.
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https://familydoctor.org/adolescents-and-young-adults-getting-the-preventive-services-you-need/
Adult Vaccinations - tdap vaccine - hpv vaccine | familydoctor.org
Adult vaccinations are important for adults for staying healthy as they age.
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https://familydoctor.org/adult-vaccinations/
Breast Cyst Aspiration - familydoctor.org
A breast cyst aspiration is an in-office procedure your doctor will do to drain a cyst in your breast.
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https://familydoctor.org/breast-cyst-aspiration/
Boys and Puberty - familydoctor.org
Most boys experience puberty between the ages of 9 and 16. It’s important your son learn about the changes of puberty from you and his doctor.
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https://familydoctor.org/boys-and-puberty/
Childhood Vaccines: What They Are and Why Your Child Needs Them
Childhood vaccines are important in protecting children and the population. All are safe and are to be given at specific ages.
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https://familydoctor.org/childhood-vaccines-what-they-are-and-why-your-child-needs-them/
Body Image Issues (Children and Teens) | familydoctor.org
Children’s opinions of their bodies form at a very young age. Research suggests that children as young as 3 years old have body image issues.
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https://familydoctor.org/building-your-childs-body-image-and-self-esteem/
Your Child’s Mental Health - familydoctor.org
Good mental health is an important part of a child’s overall health. There are many ways adults can help children build good mental health.
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https://familydoctor.org/childs-mental-health/
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) | Spirometry
Spirometry is a type of pulmonary function test. You may need this test if your doctor thinks you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
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https://familydoctor.org/chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease-copd-spirometry/
Biopsy - familydoctor.org
A biopsy is a procedure to remove tissue, fluid, or a growth from your body to examine tissue or a growth or diagnose a disease.
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https://familydoctor.org/biopsy/
Common School-Age Illnesses/Infections - familydoctor.org
School-aged children are routinely exposed to a number of common childhood infections and illnesses. It’s not unusual. But always see your doctor.
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https://familydoctor.org/common-school-age-illnessesinfections/
Burning Mouth Syndrome - Treatment | familydoctor.org
Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is marked by pain and discomfort in the mouth, lips, and/or tongue. Find treatment and tips to manage this condition here.
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https://familydoctor.org/condition/burning-mouth-syndrome/
Preventive Health Care For Seniors - Annual Physical | familydoctor.org
Preventive health care services are important for everyone, especially for older adults. This is because your risk for health problems increases as you age.
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https://familydoctor.org/preventative-care-seniors/
What Is A Colposcopy? - When to See a Doctor | familydoctor.org
A colposcopy is a women’s health exam. It uses a special light to provide a close look at your cervix. Your doctor can then see things not seen otherwise.
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https://familydoctor.org/colposcopy/
What Causes Bad Breath? - Halitosis | familydoctor.org
Halitosis otherwise known as bad breath, can have many causes and could be the sign of an underlying health problem. Tap here to learn more.
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https://familydoctor.org/condition/halitosis/
Chronic Pain - Treatment | familydoctor.org
The goal of treatment for chronic pain is to reduce pain and to improve your ability to function. There are many treatments available. Learn more here.
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https://familydoctor.org/condition/chronic-pain/
Lumbar Spinal Canal Stenosis - familydoctor.org
As the lumbar spinal canal narrows (stenosis), the nerves that go through it are squeezed, causing back pain, leg pain, weakness, and numbness.
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https://familydoctor.org/condition/lumbar-spinal-canal-stenosis/
What is Prediabetes? - Symptoms | familydoctor.org
Prediabetes is when your blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be called diabetes. Click to learn about symptoms and treatment.
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https://familydoctor.org/condition/prediabetes/
Sore Throat - How to Get Rid of A Sore Throat | familydoctor.org
Most sore throats caused by a cold or flu-type virus go away in a week to 10 days. Treatment varies depending on the cause. Find more information here.
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https://familydoctor.org/condition/sore-throat/
Strep Throat - Strep Treatment and Antibiotics | familydoctor
Strep throat is caused by bacteria and treated with antibiotics, however not every sore throat is strep throat. Tap here for more information.
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https://familydoctor.org/condition/strep-throat/
Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) - How To Stop Grinding Teeth? | familydoctor.org
Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, is the conscious or unconscious grinding of teeth. It happens most often in children. Learn more here.
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https://familydoctor.org/condition/teeth-grinding-bruxism/
Prescription Drug Abuse in the Elderly - familydoctor.org
Most older adults who suffer from prescription drug abuse do so by accident. Learn the causes and how to recognize warning signs and get help.
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https://familydoctor.org/condition/prescription-drug-abuse-in-the-elderly/
Dental Hygiene: How to Care for Your Child's Teeth - familydoctor.org
Helping your child to develop healthy dental habits now can aid in the prevention of infection, disease, and other teeth problems later.
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https://familydoctor.org/dental-hygiene-how-to-care-for-your-childs-teeth/
Diabetes and Exercise - familydoctor.org
Exercise carries additional risk for people with diabetes, but the associated benefits far outweigh the potential negatives.
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https://familydoctor.org/diabetes-and-exercise/
Girls and Puberty - familydoctor.org
Puberty is a time of changes—both physical and emotional. Helping your daughter understand what’s happening and what to expect is important.
Patient Education
https://familydoctor.org/girls-and-puberty/
Helping a Family Member Who Has Diabetes - familydoctor.org
It’s not easy for someone to hear that they have diabetes, but you can support your loved one by being emotionally supportive and helping them to make healthy changes.
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https://familydoctor.org/helping-a-family-member-who-has-diabetes/