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… is overflow incontinence? Overflow incontinence means that you have the urge to urinate but can release only a small … The bladder can't empty normally. Certain medicines. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of overflow incontinence include: … or abnormal growths in the urinary tract. Medicines are rarely used to treat overflow incontinence in women. In …
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… most common in children 6 months to 2 years of age. It is rare after age 4. What causes it? Roseola is caused by two … infections that herpes simplex viruses can cause. They are spread through tiny droplets of fluid from the nose and … spreads from infected people who don't show symptoms. If your child has roseola, keep him or her at home until there …
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… intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) reduces the workload on your heart, allowing your heart to pump more blood. The IABP … more blood. This decreases the workload on the heart. What are the risks? Intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABPs) cause some … which can lead to serious problems, such as a stroke. In rare cases, the balloon may overinflate and tear the aorta. …
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… What are cataracts? Cataracts are a painless, cloudy area in the lens of the eye. They … in a child? Here are some signs of cataracts in children: You may see a cloudiness in your child's eye. The child may …
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… Someone gives consent when they know exactly what they are being asked to do, and they agree clearly, without being pressured. How can you teach older children and teens about consent? As your … means to them. This will help you find out what they already know and where they might have gaps in their …
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… Klinefelter syndrome or a liver disease (cirrhosis) . What are the symptoms? The most common symptom of male breast … in the armpit. Most men diagnosed with breast cancer are older than 65. But breast cancer can appear in younger men. For this reason, any breast lump in an adult …
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… Basics What is homocystinuria? Homocystinuria is a rare inherited disease that causes a deficiency of one of … may be released in the urine. What happens when you have homocystinuria? Babies born with homocystinuria may … Basics What is homocystinuria? Homocystinuria is a rare inherited disease that causes a deficiency of one of …
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… Overview Overview Finding out that you have cancer changes your life. Making decisions about your care and facing cancer treatment may feel overwhelming. This … you can take to your appointments. Ask your doctor or care team for information on the cancer and treatment …
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… herniation? The bones (vertebrae) that form the spine in your back are cushioned by round, flat discs. When these discs are healthy, they act as shock absorbers for the spine and …
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… , fat, or fluid pushes through a weak spot or hole in your baby's stomach muscles. This causes a bulge near or in … don't know why the hole sometimes doesn't close. What are the symptoms? An umbilical hernia can usually be seen … a bowel movement. Umbilical hernias can vary in size. They are rarely bigger than about 2.5 cm (1 in.) across. Most …
