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Changes in Your Body During Pregnancy: First Trimester
The first trimester of pregnancy can be exciting and scary. A person’s body goes through a lot of changes—physically and… Your body is working hard to adjust to all the new physical changes. This can cause extreme fatigue. You may need to sleep longer than…
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Biopsy
A biopsy is a procedure to remove tissue, fluid, or a growth from your body to examine tissue or a… either involve a local anesthetic (injected in the area around the sample location) or a general anesthesia, in which you are sedated (sleeping). Types of…
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Concussion
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). It occurs when you hit your head, neck, or body… Trouble hearing. Slow response to questions. Nausea and/or vomiting. Sensitivity to light or noise. Changes in mood or behavior. Changes in sleep, including trouble falling…
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Depression in Children and Teens
Depression is a medical illness that can affect the mental and physical health of children and adolescents. They may have… they are being heard. Avoid bombarding them with questions and lectures after listening. Help your teen create a healthy lifestyle with regular sleep, a balanced…
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Cellulitis
Cellulitis is a skin infection caused by bacteria. It can spread to your lymph nodes and cause a blood infection… is spreading: Fever or chills Nausea and vomiting Red streaks around the area A loss of energy or feeling especially tired or sleepy Increased pain…
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Plagiocephaly
Plagiocephaly is a condition where your baby’s head has a flat spot or is misshapen… of two ways. It has become more widespread since the mid-1990s when the National Institutes of Health launched the Back to Sleep campaign. Now known as Safe to Sleep®, the…
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CT Head Scan
A CT or CAT scan looks inside your head and neck. It can be used to diagnose many health problems… test is painless. Children often have difficulties remaining still, so they may be given a dose of a medicine to make them sleep through the…
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Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes extreme mood swings between happy and sad. People of all ages and… worthless, or guilty. Losing or gaining weight. Having trouble focusing, remembering, or making decisions. Having headaches, backaches, or digestive problems. Having trouble sleeping or wanting to…
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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) references a group of symptoms often experienced up to 14 days before menstruation (period)… What is PMS? Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is the name for a group of symptoms that you may experience up to 14 days before your period (menstruation). The…
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Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a syndrome that causes muscle pain and general fatigue… What is fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a syndrome that causes muscle pain and general fatigue. People who have fibromyalgia often have a heightened sensitivity to pain or experience chronic pain. This means it lasts…
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High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a medical condition that occurs when your blood moves through your arteries at higher pressure… What is high blood pressure? Blood pressure is the force of your blood as it flows through the arteries in your body. Arteries are blood…
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Asthma
Asthma is a chronic (long-term) disease of the lungs. It inflames and narrows the airways, making it harder to… What is asthma? Asthma is a chronic (long-term) disease of the lungs. It inflames and narrows the airways, making it harder to breathe. These are tubes…
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Rotavirus
Rotavirus is a highly contagious infection commonly affecting babies and young children. A rotavirus vaccine offers some, but not full,… What is rotavirus? Rotavirus is a common stomach and intestinal illness. It mostly affects babies and young children. It is one of the most…
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Teenagers: How to Stay Healthy
Developing healthy habits when you’re a teenager will help you as you grow into an adult. Learn tips for staying… A person’s overall health is about much more than the absence of disease. It’s the state of physical, mental, and social well-being. Ultimately, it’s…
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Choosing Safe Baby Gear
Having a baby means you’ll need a lot of baby gear. First, do your research to ensure everything you buy… Keeping your baby safe once you bring him or her home from the hospital is your top priority. Selecting safe baby gear is an important…
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Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that is triggered by the seasons of the year. Symptoms usually… What is seasonal affective disorder? Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that is triggered by the seasons of the year. Symptoms usually…
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Information for Caregivers
If you’re a caregiver to a loved one, it can take a lot out of you, both physically and… A caregiver is someone who provides personal care to someone who is unable to take care of themselves. This could be an older person, such…
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Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
Indigestion happens when your body has trouble digesting food. Anyone can get indigestion, either on occasion or as part of… What is indigestion (dyspepsia)? Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is a common condition. It can happen when your body has trouble digesting food. It…
