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… Scabies On this page: … easily from person to person. It can affect people of all ages and from all incomes, social levels, and living … aren't safe for infants younger than 2 months, children, older adults, and people who are pregnant or breastfeeding. …
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… Hemochromatosis On this page: … of your cells. But when there is too much iron, it can damage the liver and heart and lead to other diseases, such as … Symptoms often don't appear until a person is age 40 or older. This is because extra iron builds up slowly …
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… Cluster Headaches On this page: … get another headache for months or even years. As you get older, it's likely that you'll have longer and longer times … get angry. Nitrates. These are found in wine, cured meats, aged cheeses, and some medicines. Histamine. Seasonal …
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… Making the Most of Your Appointment On this page: Overview Preparing for Your Appointment Asking About … doctor and what will be done during the visit. Your child's age and developmental level will determine how best to prepare him or her. And ask your older child if he or she would like to speak to the doctor …
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… Questions About Medicines for Epilepsy On this page: Overview Overview While working … or your child than others. It may be hard to get your teenager to take a medicine that causes weight gain, hair loss … with your other medicine. This is a special concern for older people, who are more likely to be taking several …
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… Nephrotic Syndrome On this page: … the tissues into the blood. When the tiny filters are damaged, too much protein slips from the blood into the urine. … lasting problems. Often treatment is not as successful in older children and adults. If your symptoms are severe or …
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… Play After a Head Injury During a Sporting Event On this page: Overview Overview Anyone … if it is not a head injury, could cause permanent brain damage or death. Concussion Head Injury, Age 4 and Older Citations McCrory P, et al. (2017). …
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… Pleurisy On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … Chest Problems Respiratory Problems, Age 12 and Older Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: …
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… Polymyalgia Rheumatica On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … more often than in men. It is more common as people get older. What are the symptoms? Symptoms often start suddenly … may be a sign of PMR. The doctor will also consider your age in diagnosing this condition. People younger than 50 …
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… the body. Treatment choices are different for that stage of cancer. Key points to remember Radiation therapy or … cause symptoms. Most cases of prostate cancer occur after age 65. If your father, brother, or son has had prostate … David, age 62 Lots of men get prostate cancer as they get older. I guess that makes me a statistic. My doctor told me …
