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… 38c What are folate and folic acid? Folate is a B vitamin found naturally in foods. Folic acid is a form of folate. It's used in vitamin … who could become pregnant to get enough folic acid. At least 3 months before becoming …
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… of the B vitamins your body needs for good health. The vitamin is also called folate. … who don't get enough folic acid before and during pregnancy are more likely to have a child born …
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… boric acid capsules inserted into the vagina (vaginal suppositories) as a treatment option for vaginal yeast infections , particularly infections that …
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… Overview Acid products include toilet cleaners, battery acid, bleach, chemicals used in industry for … etching, and chemicals that are added to gas. Acid solids and liquids can cause injury, …
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… Overview Salicylic acid to remove warts is available in many … follow your doctor's instructions. Salicylic acid may take weeks to months to cure a wart. … the wart in water before applying salicylic acid. This helps help loosen and soften the …
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… Overview Salicylic acid is an active ingredient in some … skin to peel. Products that contain salicylic acid may cause tingling and a mild redness of … very red or very dry. You'll find salicylic acid mainly in pads that you rub on your skin. …
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… Transmitted Infections Series What are pubic lice? Pubic lice are tiny insects that live on body hair, usually in the pubic area. They are … Pubic lice are tiny insects that live on body hair, usually in the pubic area. They are …
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… #68c) Iron in foods (HealthLinkBC File #68d) Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia Learn about vitamin B12 deficiency including the causes, …
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… Condition Basics What is gout? Gout is a kind of arthritis . It can … Being overweight, drinking too much alcohol, eating or drinking things made with high-fructose corn syrup, or eating seafood or red meat. Medicines, such as …
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… the throat to the stomach. This causes heartburn. When you have heartburn that bothers you often, it is called … or before lying down sometimes can cause heartburn and a sour taste in the mouth. But …
