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Medications for Kids With Autism

Medications cannot treat autism, but are sometimes used to treat symptoms associated with autism and autism spectrum disorders. Doctors treat symptoms including obsessive-compulsive behaviors, depression, anxiety and hyperactivity in children with autism using drugs developed for these conditions. Parents may also consider asking for medication to improve severe behavioral issues, including aggression, self-injury and tantrums.

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How Long Does it Typically Take to Get Pregnant?

If the time is right to have a baby, you might be wondering just how long you’ll have to wait before seeing those two pink lines appear on a home pregnancy test. Although how quickly conception happens is different for everyone, the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists reports the average wait is six months. Because many factors, such as age and health, determine conception, your chances of getting pregnant each month is approximately 25 percent.

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What are Severe Acne Medications?

One thing mom might have neglected to tell you is that acne often doesn’t blissfully disappear after painful teenage years fraught with efforts to find the right concealer color and finger-crossing that a zit will go fade in time for a big Friday night date. Adult women do get acne, says the American Academy of Dermatology, and when they do, it’s often more severe than when they were teenagers. Treating severe acne with the right medications means putting your trust in a dermatologist, rather than taking a poxed complexion into your own hands.

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Typical Treatments for Abnormal Pap Smears

Having an annual pap smear is awkward but necessary for most women. A pap smear is a test used to detect abnormal cells on the cervix that can ultimately lead to cancer. Fortunately, cervical cancer is easily treated when it is discovered early. Most of the time, pap smears show no abnormal cells. But when a pap smear does indicate abnormal cells, it doesn’t mean you have cervical cancer. It simply indicates to your doctor that she should take a second look to determine what’s causing the abnormal cells.

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Driving This Thanksgiving? Here are AAA’s Tips to Avoid the Traffic Jam

Plan your Thanksgiving road trip wisely to avoid traffic hassles and ensure a stress-free holiday. Get insights from AAA’s Thanksgiving travel forecast and expert tips for a smooth journey.