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Discusses muscle cramps, also known as charley horses. Covers causes like strained muscles, dehydration, and needing more

Nighttime (or nocturnal) leg cramps are a sudden tightening (contraction) of the leg muscles, usually in the calf. But the muscle

Discusses pinkeye (conjunctivitis). Covers what causes it and symptoms. Offers home treatment tips. Also offers tips to prevent

Cholesterol is a type of fat (lipid) in the blood. It is needed for the body to function, and the body makes all it needs. It also

What is swimmer's ear? Swimmer's ear (otitis externa) is an inflammation or infection of the ear canal, the passage that leads

Many eye problems are treated with eyedrops or eye ointments, and sometimes with both. Even though drops and ointments are widely

Guides through decision to take sleeping pills for insomnia. Explains what insomnia is and how sleeping pills can help. Lists

Celiac disease (or celiac sprue) is a problem with digesting gluten. Gluten is a type of protein found in wheat, rye, and other

What is whiplash? Whiplash is pain and stiffness in the neck after an injury that has caused the neck to move suddenly or beyond

Gout is a form of arthritis. It's caused by a buildup of uric acid crystals in a joint. It causes sudden attacks of pain, swelling