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You may notice you have asthma and allergy problems when you are around certain animals. Having allergies to animals can trigger asthma flare-ups. The allergy is to an animal's dander (dry skin flakes), feathers, droppings, and saliva.

When you have lung problems, it may be hard for you to breathe. Stress can make it worse. Learn to relax and control stress. This can help you to prevent shortness of breath and avoid panic.

Parkinson disease symptoms vary from person to person. Some people may have many severe symptoms, while others have only a few mild ones. Symptoms change over time—different symptoms may occur at different stages, and symptoms may get worse as the disease progresses.

Parkinson disease can make daily life harder. But certain changes and devices can help you stay independent and active. The following tips suggest ways to handle problems with some daily activities.

Learn how a CPAP machine works and what different kinds of CPAPs are available.

Skin cancer is a serious disease that can affect anyone. It's the most common form of cancer. If caught early, skin cancer can often be treated with success. But some cases are life-threatening. To be safe, do monthly skin checks. If you see any changes in your skin, contact your doctor right away.

Surgery may be done to remove either a noncancer (benign) tumor or a cancerous tumor. Read on to learn more.

Studies show that people who exercise are the most likely to lose weight and keep it off. Exercise burns calories. It helps build muscle to make your body stronger. Make exercise part of your weight-management plan.

Percutaneous nephrolithotomy is a procedure that is done when one is not able to pass larger stones on their own. It may be done before, after, or instead of other treatments.