Conditions

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October 8, 2018

Male Infertility: What You Need to Know

Talk to your doctor if you have fertility concerns—your health might depend on it.

Fertility, Men's Health, Urology

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September 17, 2018

The Tension Headache of the Groin

Here’s what you need to know about nonbacterial prostatitis.

Men's Health, Prostate Health, Urology

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August 15, 2018

A Surgical Solution for Degenerative Disease in the Neck

Total disc arthroplasty can help alleviate spinal cord issues and the resulting pain.

Back Pain, Head and Neck Surgery

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August 1, 2018

Life After Cancer: The ‘New Normal’

Survivors may encounter new challenges once treatment is over.

Cancer

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July 30, 2018

Adults with Tethered Cord Syndrome Find Relief Through Surgery

Patients travel from afar to get treatment for rare spinal condition.

Back Pain, Surgery

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copperhead snake

July 25, 2018

A Venomous Snake Just Bit You! Now What?

Copperheads are common in North Carolina. Here’s how to avoid them and what to do if you can’t.

Emergency Care

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July 3, 2018

Yes, You Can Get a Cold in the Summer

Sniffling in the heat? Your discomfort is caused by a different type of virus in the warm weather months.

Cold and Flu

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June 26, 2018

Lesser-Known Dementias and the Difficulty of Diagnosing Them

A Q&A with Woody Durham’s neurologist.

Alzheimer's, Neurocognitive Disorders, Older Adult Health

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May 14, 2018

Scar Tissue Can Lead to Painful Erections

Repeated trauma from sex and physical activity can cause Peyronie’s disease.

Men's Health, Urology

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May 10, 2018

5 Daily Habits That Are Causing You Back Pain

Are you creating tension in your back without knowing it?

Back Pain

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May 3, 2018

Can Eating Hot Peppers Give You A ‘Thunderclap’ Headache?

These terrible headaches aren’t common, but they could be a sign of more serious problems.

Nutrition

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April 23, 2018

Spotting Concussions in Babies and Toddlers

How to know if a bump on the head is serious or just needs a kiss to make it better.

Babies, Brain Health, Toddlers and Preschoolers

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