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Bad breath, also called halitosis, can be embarrassing and in some cases may even cause anxiety. It's no wonder that store shelves are overflowing with gum, mints, mouthwashes and other products designed to fight bad breath. But many of these products are only temporary measures because they don't address the cause of the problem. Certain...

Although unsanitary, chronic nail biting (onychophagia) isn't likely to cause long-term nail damage. Nails are formed within the nail bed, just beneath where the U-shaped cuticles begin. As long as the nail bed remains intact, nail biting isn't likely to interfere with fingernail growth. In fact, some research suggests that nail biting might even promote...

Diagnosis In addition to asking about your sex life, your doctor will ask about your health history and might do a physical exam. If you have both premature ejaculation and trouble getting or maintaining an erection, your doctor might order blood tests to check your male hormone (testosterone) levels or other tests. In some cases, your...

Tips for staying supplement savvy If you're considering a dietary supplement, you can protect your health — and your wallet — with two important rules: Do your research. Be an informed consumer. Know what you're buying and why you're buying it. Take responsibility for your own health and well-being. A supplement that works wonders for your neighbor...

Healthy kidneys do many important jobs. They keep your whole body in balance. They remove waste products and extra water from your body, help make red blood cells, and help control blood pressure. When you have kidney failure, it means your kidneys are damaged. They cannot do these important jobs well enough. Having kidney failure...