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… cells that process visual information and send it to the brain; and the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE), which lies … retina merge to form the optic nerve , which leads to the brain. Nerve impulses are carried through the optic nerve to the brain. The macula, near the centre of the retina at the back …
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… 1 child in 30,000) and encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain (about 1 child in 1 million). The possibility of … in 1,000, include encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain. This can lead to seizures, deafness or permanent … and teens with mumps can have painful swelling of the testicles (about 1 in 4 cases) or ovaries (about 1 in 20 …
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… the name given to the assortment of signs and symptoms of brain injury resulting from violently shaking an infant, … is dangerous because they have fragile, under-developed brains. Their heads are heavy and large compared to the rest … motion. This rapid acceleration-deceleration causes the brain and skull to move at different speeds in different …
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… exactly how mood stabilizers work. They may work in the brain to help with emotions and mood problems. What about … following: Your doctor may want you to have regular blood tests to check your medicine levels, liver function, and … exactly how mood stabilizers work. They may work in the brain to help with emotions and mood problems. What about …
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… with jobs that require digging in the soil have the greatest chance of getting valley fever. This includes people … a very serious infection of the coverings around the brain and spinal cord. The disease is more likely to spread … a very serious infection of the coverings around the brain and spinal cord. The disease is more likely to spread …
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… cells (lymphocytes) from attacking the nerves in your brain and spinal cord. It helps decrease the number of … risk of getting a rare but very serious (possibly fatal) brain infection (progressive multifocal … harm an unborn baby. Your doctor should order a pregnancy test before you start this medication. Ask about reliable …
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… What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care … symptoms suggest the syphilis infection has moved to the brain, spinal cord, or eyes. If you do have sores, your … symptoms suggest the syphilis infection has moved to the brain, spinal cord, or eyes. If you do have sores, your …
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… of blood. The nervous system. If your body senses that the brain and vital organs aren't getting enough blood, the … nervous system starts working to get more blood to your brain and organs. This system releases substances called … heart rate. At the same time, the arteries that supply the brain and vital organs widen to carry the increased blood …
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… bladder infection, stress, or another medical problem. Some brain problems, such as Parkinson's disease or a stroke , … see your doctor. Your doctor probably will also do a few tests, such as: A pelvic examination if you are a woman. A … bladder infection, stress, or another medical problem. Some brain problems, such as Parkinson's disease or a stroke , …
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… take the smallest dose that works, and take it for the shortest possible time. See also How to Use section for more … (antitussive) that affects a certain part of the brain, reducing the urge to cough. Antihistamines relieve … adrenal gland problem (such as Addison's disease) certain brain disorders (such as head injury, tumor, increased …
