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Depo-Provera (birth control shot)

This contraceptive shot given every three months has the hormone progestin to help prevent pregnancy.

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Depression and anxiety: Can I have both?

These conditions commonly occur together and have similar treatments: talk therapy or medicine, such as…

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Depression and anxiety: Exercise eases symptoms

Research on depression and anxiety shows that exercise and other physical activity can lessen anxiety…

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Depression during pregnancy: You're not alone

Sometimes, clues of this mood disorder get overlooked in pregnant people. Find out why, and…

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Depression in women: Understanding the gender gap

Women are diagnosed with depression more often than men are. Discover what factors may contribute…

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Depression (major depressive disorder)

Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of…

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Depression: Supporting a family member or friend

Show support to relatives or friends with depression. Learn the symptoms, help them cope and…

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Dermabrasion

Find out how this skin-resurfacing procedure can change the appearance of your skin.

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Dermatitis

Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatments of this itchy skin condition that affects children…

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Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans

Learn about symptoms and diagnosis for this rare type of skin cancer. DFSP treatments include…

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Dermatographia (Dermatographism)

Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this skin condition in which light scratching…

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Dermatomyositis

Muscle weakness and a skin rash are part of this condition. There's no cure, but…

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Desmoid tumors

Learn how doctors use surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and other medications to treat desmoid tumors,…

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Desmoplastic small round cell tumors

These rare, aggressive cancers most often form in the abdomen. Learn about DSRCT treatments, including…

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Detox foot pads: Do they really work?

Do detox foot pads really draw toxins out of your body while you sleep?

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Deviated septum

Learn how uneven nostrils can sometimes cause stuffiness, nosebleeds or other symptoms.

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DHEA

Understand what DHEA is and the possible side effects associated with this supplement.

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Diabetes

Learn more about the different types of this blood sugar disorder, who's at risk and…

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Diabetes and depression: Coping with the two conditions

Diabetes and depression can occur together. Here's what you need to know.

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Diabetes and exercise: When to monitor your blood sugar

Learn how to prevent problems by checking blood sugar before, during and after exercise.

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Diabetes care: 10 ways to avoid complications

Diabetes care is a lifelong responsibility. Consider 10 tips to prevent diabetes complications.

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Diabetes diet: Create your healthy-eating plan

Learn more about a healthy-eating plan that can help control blood sugar. Check out meal-planning…

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Diabetes diet: Should I avoid sweet fruits?

It's a common myth that you shouldn't eat certain foods if you have diabetes.

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Diabetes drugs and weight loss

Some medicine for type 2 diabetes can improve blood sugar control and also may support…

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Diabetes foods: Can I substitute honey for sugar?

Generally, there's no advantage to substituting honey for sugar in a diabetes eating plan.

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Diabetes: How do I help protect my liver?

How to care for your liver if you have diabetes.

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Diabetes insipidus

Learn more about this unusual disorder that disrupts the body's fluid balance, causing too much…

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Diabetes management: How lifestyle, daily routine affect blood sugar

Know what makes your blood sugar level rise and fall so you can take charge…

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Diabetes prevention: 5 tips for taking control

Changing your lifestyle could be a big step toward diabetes prevention — and it's never…

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Diabetes symptoms: When diabetes symptoms are a concern

Diabetes symptoms can be subtle. Pay attention to the clues your body gives you.

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