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… may occur at any point along this electrical pathway. What causes it? Heart block can be caused by many things that … from birth (congenital). Complete heart block frequently causes symptoms of light-headedness or fainting and usually … any symptoms and don't need treatment. But when a block causes the heart to beat too slowly, it can cause symptoms …
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… the medicines normally used to kill bacteria. What causes it? People who can't get out of bed because of … or treatment. For example, pseudomonas is one of the main causes of pneumonia in patients who are on breathing … If you have swimmer's ear, your ear aches. If the infection causes pneumonia, you may get a cough. When the infections …
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… This makes you feel like you're spinning or whirling. What causes it? The causes of vestibular neuritis are not clear. It is likely … measles. The infection inflames the vestibular nerve. This causes the nerve to send incorrect signals to the brain that …
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… of the voice box, or larynx (say "LAIR-inks"), that causes your voice to become raspy or hoarse. Laryngitis can … last longer than 2 weeks. Laryngitis may be due to other causes. What causes it? Laryngitis can be caused by: Colds or influenza …
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… birth control if you don't want to become pregnant. What causes it? Causes of primary amenorrhea include: Problems with the … diseases, such as Turner syndrome . A condition that causes a hormone imbalance that interferes with normal …
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… may also mean that a chronic illness has gotten worse. What causes confusion or decreased alertness? A sudden change in … may also mean that a chronic illness has gotten worse. What causes confusion or decreased alertness? A sudden change in …
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… 6 months to 2 years of age. It is rare after age 4. What causes it? Roseola is caused by two common viruses. The … 6 months to 2 years of age. It is rare after age 4. What causes it? Roseola is caused by two common viruses. The …
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… in people with tightly curled or spiral hair strands. What causes them? Shaving, waxing, and plucking may cause razor … in people with tightly curled or spiral hair strands. What causes them? Shaving, waxing, and plucking may cause razor …
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… But not everyone with overactive bladder leaks urine. What causes urinary incontinence? Bladder control problems may be … disease or stroke. Many times doctors don't know what causes it. What are the symptoms? The main symptom is the … out of the bladder. Many times doctors don't know what causes this. But sometimes the cause is: Irritation of the …
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… . So it's important to get treatment right away. What causes it? The kidneys have tiny blood vessels called … the urine. As a result, fluid builds up in the tissues and causes swelling. Nephrotic syndrome is often caused by: A … of nephrotic syndrome in children. Doctors don't know what causes minimal change disease. Diabetes. This is the most …