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… Fitz-Hugh–Curtis Syndrome On this page: Overview Overview Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome occurs when pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) … around it. It causes pain in the upper right belly. This syndrome happens when bacteria enter the abdominal cavity …
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… Down Syndrome, Ages 5 to 13 On this page: If your child with Down syndrome is between the ages of 5 and 13, you will likely … excessive weight gain is common for children with Down syndrome, providing your child with healthy meals and …
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… Infantile Spasms (West Syndrome) On this page: Overview Overview Infantile spasms (West syndrome) is a type of epilepsy that usually starts before a … for seconds and may occur in clusters. Children with West syndrome have certain changes in the electrical impulses in …
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… Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) On this page: Health Tools … What is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder of the intestines. It causes …
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… Complex Regional Pain Syndrome On this page: What is complex regional pain syndrome? Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a term used to describe a group of …
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… Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome On this page: Health Tools Cause … people may find it helpful to modify their diet and to use eye masks, sunglasses, or earplugs. Consider joining a … people may find it helpful to modify their diet and to use eye masks, sunglasses, or earplugs. Consider joining a …
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… Lupus and Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome On this page: Overview … had blood clots is said to have antiphospholipid antibody syndrome . This can lead to mild or severe blood-clotting … . Pregnant women with antiphospholipid antibody syndrome need to be closely monitored. …
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… Hantavirus Cardiopulmonary Syndrome (HCPS) On this page: Related … What is hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome (HCPS)? Hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome (HCPS) is a lung infection caused by viruses found …
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… Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) On this page: Symptoms What … Information What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormone imbalance that can affect …
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Eye Injury: First Aid for Heat Burns On this page: Overview Overview Immediately flush the eye with cool water . Fill a sink or dishpan with water. Put your face in the water, then open and close your eyelids to force water to all parts of your eye. You can …