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Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is abnormal growth of cells in the lungs… symptoms of lung cancer, your doctor will do a physical exam. He or she will listen to your chest. If they hear fluid around your lungs, they may suspect lung cancer. They will ask you…
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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) | Chronic Kidney Disease and Nutrition
Following a special diet can help reduce the buildup of waste in your kidneys, reducing stress and slowing the progress… and salt-free spices. Avoid salt substitutes. They often contain high levels of potassium. Fluids. If you have trouble getting rid of fluid from your body, you…
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Toilet Training Your Child
Toilet training is a major milestone in your child’s life. Learn tips on how you can successfully train your child… chair. Allow your child to observe the transfer of the bowel movement from the potty chair into the toilet. Let your child flush the toilet…
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Exercise-induced Bronchospasm
Exercise-induced bronchospasm is when the airways in your lungs narrow during exercise, making it hard to breath. This can make… help lessen EIB symptoms. Avoid exercising in very cold temperatures. Avoid exercising when you are sick, like with a cold or the flu. Avoid exercising…
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Nasopharyngeal Cancer
Nasopharyngeal cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the space between the back of the nose and upper… will my treatment last? What is the best treatment for my nasopharyngeal cancer? What happens if I get a cold or the flu during my treatment?…
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Bladder Stones
Bladder stones are small crystals that form in your urine. They are hard and become trapped in your bladder. They… into your urethra. The camera detects the stones. Your doctor uses a laser or ultrasound to break the stones into smaller sizes. Fluids will wash…
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Bioterrorism
Bioterrorism is the use of bacteria, viruses, or germs to purposely harm large quantities of people or communities… loss of appetite. It is followed by severe stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, and vomiting with blood. Inhalation anthrax starts out like the flu, with a fever, sore…
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Pressure Sores
Pressure sores are sores on your skin. They’re usually caused by being in a bed or wheelchair nearly all the… What are pressure sores? Pressure sores are sores on your skin. They’re caused by being in a bed or wheelchair nearly all the time…
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Syphilis
Syphilis is a serious infection passed from one person to another through sexual contact. It is caused by a bacteria… What is syphilis? Syphilis is a serious infection passed from one person to another through sexual contact. It is caused by a bacteria (germ)…
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Postpartum Health
After giving birth, your body changes and complications can occur. Learn the complications and warning signs… After giving birth, most women are very focused on their newborn. They don’t pay as much attention to their own health. But your body goes through a lot of…
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Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis can cause joint pain and swelling in children younger than 16. Its symptoms can be intermittent or… What is juvenile rheumatoid arthritis? Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is a disease. It causes joint pain and swelling. It typically starts before the age of…
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Men’s Guide to Preventive Health Care
Men have different health care needs than women and may need to pay more attention to their health because of… It is up to us to take charge of our health. Focusing on your physical and mental health can prevent a lot of conditions and…
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Screening in Pregnancy
Pregnancy screenings can provide valuable information before your baby is born about the risks for common birth defects… Pregnancy screenings can provide valuable information before your baby is born. For example, genetic screenings can determine your baby’s risk for certain birth defects. This includes…
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Preeclampsia
Preeclampsia is a condition women can get while pregnant. It involves an increase in blood pressure and signs of damage… What is preeclampsia? Preeclampsia is a condition women can get when pregnant. It is sometimes called toxemia. It occurs when women who are pregnant have…
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Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils that happens when they become infected by a virus or bacteria. It is… What is tonsillitis? Tonsillitis is an inflammatory disease. It occurs when your tonsils become infected by a virus or bacteria. Tonsils are the oval-shaped areas…
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Enuresis (Bedwetting)
Enuresis is the medical name for bedwetting… What is enuresis>? Enuresis is the medical term for bedwetting while sleeping. Bedwetting is fairly common among children. It is often just a stage in their development. It also is more common among boys than girls. It is…
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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… What is a concussion? A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Most often, it occurs when you hit your head hard against an…
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Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) occurs when a baby is exposed to drugs in the womb. After birth, the baby goes… What is neonatal abstinence syndrome? Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) occurs in babies who had drug exposure in the womb. After birth, these babies go…
