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Ask the Experts: Bartholin Cysts
I have been having Bartholin cysts for many years. I went for a minor surgery before, but was informed that it would keep coming back from time to time. At times, it is so painful that I can hardly walk properly. It is even worse when I am having my periods as I have to use sanitary pads. What I can do to prevent it from recurring? Are there any types of food I should avoid?
Antenatal Class
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High Blood Pressure and Acute Gout
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My mother likes to keep a lot of things like newspapers, old clothes and empty bottles. When I asked her to throw away some stuff she would vehemently refuse. I had thrown out some of her stuff before and she got very upset and angry with me… What can I do?
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Can you be allergic to the sun? How common is sunlight allergy?
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