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Recent Articles by Daisy Oliveira

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Do house centipedes bite?

House centipedes can bite, but bites are uncommon and usually cause mild pain, redness, or swelling. Learn why bites happen, what symptoms to watch for, when to seek care, and how to prevent contact.

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Mottled Skin: 8 Possible Causes & Treatment

Mottled skin may result from harmless cold-related changes, vascular conditions, poor circulation, septic or cardiogenic shock, and other serious causes. Learn the main signs, treatments, and when urgent medical care is needed.

Illustrative image of the article My period will not stop but it's light. What does that mean?
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My period will not stop but it's light. What does that mean?

A light period that will not stop may be caused by hormonal changes, birth control, stress, PCOS, thyroid problems, fibroids, or perimenopause. Learn when to see a doctor.

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Why does sperm burn inside of me?

Burning after semen enters the vagina may be caused by irritation, pH changes, infection, or semen sensitivity. Learn when to see a gynecologist.

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Can you die from sun poisoning?

Can you die from sun poisoning? Learn how severe sunburn, dehydration, and heat stroke can become life-threatening and when to seek emergency care.

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Can you eat shrimp while pregnant?

Shrimp can be eaten during pregnancy when fully cooked. Learn recommended serving limits, low-mercury benefits, safe preparation, and when local contamination or allergies may require extra caution.

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Is diarrhea a sign of pregnancy?

Diarrhea can occur during pregnancy, but it is not a reliable sign on its own. Learn whether diarrhea is a sign of pregnancy, what commonly causes it, and when medical care may be needed.

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Why am I gaining weight so fast when I barely eat?

Why am I gaining weight so fast when I barely eat? Learn about possible causes, including hormones, fluid retention, sleep, stress, and medications.

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Why is my poop green when I did not eat anything green?

Green poop can occur even without eating green foods when stool moves too quickly for bile to turn brown. Learn how diarrhea, medications, infections, or IBS may explain why your poop is green.

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Why does coffee make you poop?

Coffee can stimulate colon movement and digestive hormones, helping explain why coffee makes you poop. The effect may occur with regular or decaf coffee and is often stronger in the morning.

Illustrative image of the article Why does my nose run when I eat?
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Why does my nose run when I eat?

A runny nose while eating is often caused by gustatory rhinitis, a nonallergic nerve response triggered by hot, spicy, sour, or strongly flavored foods. Learn why your nose runs when you eat and when to see a specialist.

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Is eczema contagious?

Eczema is not contagious and cannot spread through skin contact. It is an inflammatory skin condition that can cause itching, dryness, redness and irritation, with treatment focused on controlling symptoms and preventing flare-ups.

Illustrative image of the article How long does nicotine stay in your system?
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How long does nicotine stay in your system?

Nicotine usually clears from the body quickly, but cotinine can last for days. Learn how long nicotine stays in your system and what affects detection in urine, saliva, blood, and hair tests.

Illustrative image of the article How do you tell if a sinus infection has spread to the brain?
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How do you tell if a sinus infection has spread to the brain?

A sinus infection can rarely spread to the brain. Learn how to tell if sinus infection has spread to brain, including emergency warning signs like severe headache, fever, stiff neck, confusion, seizures, or vision changes.

Illustrative image of the article Can you die from acid reflux in your sleep?
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Can you die from acid reflux in your sleep?

Dying from acid reflux in your sleep is very unlikely, but frequent nighttime reflux can cause choking, coughing, aspiration, or long-term esophagus damage if untreated.

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Created by: Daisy Oliveira Registered Nurse
Obtained a BScN in 2013 at the Toronto Metropolitan University. Licensed to practice through the CNO (Canada) under license # 13564387.
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