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My wife is a war veteran and an amputee. We both have issues about sex now that she's home. Where can we go for help for our sex life?

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I have had a mastectomy and want to have reconstructive breast surgery done soon. I've heard about a new procedure called the DIEP flap and want to know if it would be a good option for me.

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I'm taking insulin now for my type 2 diabetes. I'm also very physically active. Is there anything I should know?

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My doctor wants to start me on insulin for my diabetes. I hate the idea of giving myself shots. Is there any way to avoid insulin therapy? What devices might make my life easier at this point?

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I'm 32 and have asked my health care provider for the HPV test, but she says I don't need it. Why?

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I'd like to run a half marathon next spring. I exercise regularly and have been seizure free for years.  Should I make any changes now?

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My teenager has epilepsy, and says it’s no one's business except her own. She is 18 and is planning to work full time as a camp counselor and is then headed for college. When she was young, I would inform the people who I thought should know about her medical condition. But what now? When is it important for her to disclose her condition and when is it OK to keep it private? How can I help her be more accepting?

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I'm trying to lose weight for the summer. What are the best exercises for burning calories?

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As a parent who has always struggled with weight issues, what, if anything, can I do to help my children avoid a constant battle with their weight?

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My 52-year-old sister recently had a stroke. I'm helping her family find a good rehabilitation center for her. How can we evaluate a program to best meet her recovery needs?

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