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Does anyone know if Lexapro causes weight gain or if it can make weight loss difficult?
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While I have never been on prescription medication, a couple of my friends have and a member of my family. She took Lexapro and to be honest she did gain some weight. I have heard Lexapro is not as bad as some of the others, but many of those types o
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What causes convulsions to set in after hormone insulin injection in mice?
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Convulsions or seizure activity can come from a variety of causes. One of the cause of seizures is hypoglycemia (low blood sugar.) Insulin causes glucose (sugar) in the bloodstream to be drawn into cells along with 2 potassium molecules. When the glu
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What causes a stress fracture on the UPPER tibea (right below the knee)?
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A stress fracture is fracture caused by non-traumatic, cumulative overload on a bone; caused by a number of factors including overtraining, incorrect biomechanics, fatigue, hormonal imbalance, poor nutrition, and osteoporosis. Most stress fractures t
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Does riding a bicycle irritate pilonidal cyst?
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It's never bothered mine. When you ride a bike you typically sit on the bony part of your butt cheeks, and a pilonidal cyst is usually much higher up, near the tailbone.
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How do I relieve foot pain?
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There are various factors that can cause foot pain. One of these is the type of shoes you wear. If your shoes do not fit properly, they may cause significant foot pain and discomfort. Additionally, if shoes fail to provide a good arch support, they m
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What are the causes and symptoms of cholecystitis?
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In about 95% of all cases of cholecystitis, the gallbladder contains gallstones. Gallstones are solid accumulations of the components of bile, particularly cholesterol, bile pigments, and calcium. These solids may occur when the components of bile ar
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What are the causes of foot&leg pain?
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Leg and foot pain is generally caused by nerve damage, injury, muscle cramping or improper foot care. The pain can become increasingly worse if not properly treated. In some instances, it may be caused by a more serious health problem.Nerve DamageNer
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What are the Causes of Temporary Impotence?
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Temporary impotence, or temporary erectile dysfunction, often happens to young men and refers to the temporary inability to get and maintain an erection. This disorder has a variety of causes and can be resolved in a short time in most cases.StressSt
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What are the causes of burning foot pain?
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Burning foot pain can occur at the end of the day as a result of overuse, or it may be caused by one of a number of medical conditions. It is a common complaint, particularly for people over 50, according to ePodiatry.Medical ConditionsBurning foot p
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What are the causes and symptoms of photosensitivity?
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There are over three dozen diseases, two dozen drugs, a variety of herbal preparations, and several perfume and cosmetic components that can cause photosensitivity. There are also several different types of reaction to sunlight—phototoxicity, photoal
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