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Dreading Dairy: Lactose Intolerance

Friday, 10 May 2013


Question

I think I have developed lactose intolerance but I’m not sure. Should I get tested to find out for sure?

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Sunburn Suspicion

Friday, 10 May 2013


Question

After getting a bad sunburn last month, I have been worried about skin cancer. I have a few moles/freckles that I have become suspicious of and I was wondering if I could get them checked out at Student Health, or if I could get more information of a dermatologist in the area.

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Urine Woes

Wednesday, 1 May 2013


Question

I recently went to the bathroom and realized I was peeing blood. Some of it is mucousy and I am freaking out and want to know what might possibly be going on. 

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