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Experiencing Severe Menstrual Cramps? You May Have One of These Underlying Conditions

October 15, 2019

What can you do for severe menstrual cramps if heating pads and over-the-counter meds aren't working? Rule out underlying medical conditions like these. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: bleeding, cramps, endometriosis, Fibroids, IUD, IUD contraceptive, menstrual cramps, pelvic inflammatory disease, period pain, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, reproductive health, Severe menstrual cramps, womens health
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How to Stop Bleeding: First Aid for Bleeding Cuts and Wounds

November 6, 2016

For most minor cuts, you can clean the wound and stop the flow. Find out how to stop bleeding at home and when you may need to see a doctor. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: bleeding, cuts, how to stop bleeding, scrapes, stop bleeding, wounds
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What Makes Your Nose Bleed?

March 4, 2016

Nose bleeds (epistaxis) may be alarming, but they're also quite common. Learn about the common causes of nose bleeds and find tips for first aid at home. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: allergies, bleeding, blood thinners, cold, epistaxis, first aid, high blood pressure, nose bleed, sinus infection
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