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… did for a while—until arthritis turned his enjoyment into pain. First signs of pain Steve first thought something might be wrong when he couldn't make it through a squash game without feeling pain. He moved around the court just fine. But as soon as he …
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… your night sweats aren't caused by something serious. What causes them? Night sweats can be caused by many things. … a new medicine. If you have other symptoms, such as fever, pain, or unplanned weight loss. You also will have a … along with them. These might include fever, chills, pain, or unplanned weight loss. You might want to keep a …
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… two or more pieces that no longer line up correctly. What causes a broken toe? You may break (fracture) one of your … What are the symptoms? Symptoms of a broken toe may include pain when you move your toe. You may have noticed a snap or … break. A fracture that isn't treated may cause long-term pain, limited movement, and deformity. How can you care for …
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… usually occur when a young child is angry, frustrated, in pain, or afraid. But the spell is a reflex. Children don't … a slowing of the child's heart rate, usually in response to pain. Some children may have both types of spells at one … lasting damage. With time, they go away on their own. What causes a spell? Breath-holding spells are usually caused by …
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… get a ganglion, but children don't usually have them. What causes them? Experts don't know the exact cause of … fingernail. What are the symptoms? Ganglions are usually painless bumps that don't cause other symptoms. But sometimes they're tender to the touch. The pain may get worse with activity or pressure. If the …
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… people have fewer symptoms or even stop the attacks. What causes them? Experts aren't sure what causes panic attacks … or anxiety. Other symptoms include trouble breathing, chest pain or tightness, and a fast or irregular heartbeat. When … or anxiety. Trouble breathing or very fast breathing. Chest pain or tightness. A heartbeat that races or isn't regular. …
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… have been swimming. But other people can get it too. What causes it? You can get swimmer's ear when bacteria or fungus … it again. What are the symptoms? Swimmer's ear can be very painful. The pain can get worse when you touch the earlobe or another …
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… acute lymphocytic leukemia. It's a type of leukemia that causes the body to make too many lymphoblasts. Lymphoblasts … and adults include bruising, bleeding easily, and bone pain. How is it diagnosed? The doctor will do a physical … in managing a health condition. Cancer: Controlling Cancer Pain Cancer: Controlling Nausea and Vomiting From …
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… in the mouth, diarrhea, constipation, headache, cough, back pain, joint pain, dizziness, or swelling of the arms/legs … right away if you have any serious side effects, including: abdominal pain chest pain irregular heartbeat (arrhythmias) … right away if you have any serious side effects, including: abdominal pain chest pain irregular heartbeat (arrhythmias) …
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… the nipple area. Both breasts are often affected. What causes it? Gynecomastia may be caused by an imbalance of … nipple. Boys (and some men) may have breast tenderness and pain. Some breast enlargement is common in adolescent boys … up to 2 years. It can be uncomfortable. But if it causes pain or worry, medicine or surgery can help. When the …
