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Many studies show that some improvement in erectile dysfunction can begin within a few weeks of quitting smoking, with greater benefits appearing over several months.

Depersonalization can last for a few minutes or hours, and for some people, it may go on for days, weeks, or even longer if it becomes a disorder.

Healing time for chapped lips can be different for everyone. Mild chapped lips often heal in a few days to a week with proper care, while more severe cases might take longer.

Overactive bladder is usually a long-term condition, and while treatments can help manage the symptoms, many people need ongoing care rather than a complete cure.

Menopause is typically defined as having no period for 12 consecutive months.

Erectile dysfunction surgery, such as penile prosthesis implantation, can cost anywhere from around $10,000 to over $30,000, depending on many factors.

The cost of injections for erectile dysfunction can vary widely—ranging from a few hundred dollars per session to over a thousand dollars—depending on the treatment type, frequency, and insurance coverage.

Dealing with depersonalization usually means working with a mental health professional to learn coping skills, use therapy like cognitive-behavioral therapy, and sometimes take medications such as SSRIs to help you feel more connected.

Walking pneumonia, often caused by _Mycoplasma pneumoniae_, is a milder form of pneumonia that can affect children and is characterized by symptoms such as a persistent cough, low-grade fever, and fatigue. Understanding its contagiousness and the need for a child to stay home from school is important for managing the illness and preventing the spread of infection.

Fever is a common symptom that can indicate an underlying infection or illness. Whether or not to seek medical attention for a fever depends on several factors, including the severity of the fever, accompanying symptoms, and the duration of the fever.

While many pregnant people have aches and pains, armpit pain in the third trimester is not usually common. It might be linked to changes in your body or rare conditions that sometimes happen during pregnancy.

Coconut oil may help soothe chapped lips by providing moisture and forming a protective barrier over the skin.

Stomach numbness after a C-section is not very common and usually goes away within a few hours to a day. If numbness lasts longer, it may warrant a discussion with your doctor.

Some people do feel detached or "numb" after using marijuana because it can change the way your brain works, and these feelings are a type of depersonalization.

Many pregnant women do experience chapped lips, which can be a normal change during pregnancy due to hormonal shifts and other body changes.

Yes, it is fairly common to experience some distorted vision after retinal detachment surgery, as the repair process can affect how well your eye sees details.

Yes, it is common for periods to be irregular after giving birth as your body adjusts and hormones change.

It is normal to feel some discomfort or slight pain in the left testicle after a vasectomy, but long-lasting, chronic pain is not common.

Some new moms can feel a little forgetful after giving birth, and usually not a sign of a serious problem. Severe memory loss is not very common.

Yes, it is common for pregnant women to experience pain under the right rib cage due to hormones which can lead to acid reflux and musculoskeletal changes during pregnancy.

Yes, it is common to have short-term memory problems after a head injury, and many people find that these memory issues can get better over time with proper care.

Occasionally having two periods in one month can happen due to changes in your cycle and isn’t always a cause for alarm, though it might show that your cycle is a bit irregular.

It can be normal for your period’s flow to slow or pause after sex because the uterus may contract, but if you're worried or the change happens often, it's best to talk to a healthcare provider.

Yes, it can be normal for your period to stop for a day and then start again, as your bleeding flow can naturally vary.

A 24-day cycle can be normal since menstrual cycles naturally vary from person to person.

Yes, it is fairly common to feel armpit pain after getting a vaccine due to the injection and the immune system's reaction.

It is not unusual for some people to feel pain in their armpit, even years after a mastectomy. This can happen for various reasons, and each person’s experience may be different.

Sometimes, yes—it can be normal to have what looks like two periods in one month, but it can also be a sign of hormonal changes.

Having three periods in 30 days is unusual and may suggest that your menstrual cycle is irregular or that you are experiencing abnormal uterine bleeding.

Yes, it is normal to have irregular periods while breastfeeding. Many women experience changes in their menstrual cycle during this time due to the natural effects of breastfeeding.