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… Epilepsy: Generalized Seizures On this page: Overview Overview Epilepsy that causes … generalized seizures is more common in children than in adults. Focal seizures start in a specific, often damaged … generalized seizures is more common in children than in adults. Focal seizures start in a specific, often damaged …
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… page: Overview Overview For years, people have used cranberry juice to prevent and help … Information Urinary Problems and Injuries, Age 11 and Younger Urinary Problems and Injuries, Age 12 and Older Urinary Tract Infections in Teenagers and Adults Citations Barbosa-Cesnik C, et al. (2011). …
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… Omalizumab for Asthma On this page: Topic Overview Topic Overview … U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in people 6 years of age and older who have moderate or severe … Information Asthma in Children Asthma in Teenagers and Adults Other Works Consulted Chung KF, et al. …
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… this disease. Most provincial or private health plans will cover the cost of genetic testing if you meet the conditions … this disease. Most provincial or private health plans will cover the cost of genetic testing if you meet the conditions …
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… Pancreatitis On this page: Condition Overview Health Tools Cause Symptoms What Happens What … pain and swelling. This may happen suddenly or over many years. Over time, it can damage and scar the pancreas. What … these enzymes, because they are made of pork protein. In young children, high doses of pancreatic enzymes could cause …
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… When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Caring for Someone Who Has … is different for each person. Some people stay the same for years. Others lose skills quickly. Your chances of having … Doctors often suspect an inherited cause if someone younger than 50 has symptoms of dementia. Learn more …
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… she says. Now Susan is 43, married, and a mother of four. Over the years, her depression has changed. Sometimes, it's felt as … Now Susan is 43, married, and a mother of four. Over the years, her depression has changed. Sometimes, it's felt as …
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… harmless and is most common in children 6 months to 2 years of age. It is rare after age 4. What causes it? … a high temperature, the risk of a seizure is probably over. How is it diagnosed? Roseola is diagnosed through a … about what amount to give. Do not give aspirin to anyone younger than 18 years of age because of the risk of Reye …
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… Trabeculotomy for Childhood Glaucoma On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Trabeculotomy is a surgical procedure that lowers … good choice for children who have glaucoma when the clear covering (cornea) over the iris is cloudy. For children, …
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… Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug Interactions Overdose Notes Missed Dose Storage Pronunciation: … is increased if they are taken every day for a long time (3 years or longer). Tell your doctor right away if you develop … especially with longer use, higher doses, and in older adults. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about ways to …