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Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma - Topic Overview
Web MD — Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL) is cancer of the cells of the lymphatic system. In non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, cells in the lymphatic system either divide and grow without order or control, or old cells do not die as cells normally do. Non-Hodgkin's ...More…
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FIRST AID A-Z
Web MD — Neck & Back Injuries Allergic Reactions Bites and Stings Breathing Problems Broken Bones Chest Pain Drug Overdose Eye Injury Foreign Objects Head Injuries Low Blood Sugar Sprains & StrainsMore…
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Rickets, Vitamin D Deficiency
Web MD — Vitamin-D deficiency rickets, a disorder that becomes apparent during infancy or childhood, is the result of insufficient amounts of vitamin D in the body. The vitamin deficiency may be caused by poor nutrition, a lack of exposure to the sun, or ...More…
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Nursery Equipment Safety Checklist - Topic Overview
Web MD — The following safety guidelines are adapted from the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC). They are for various equipment found in nurseries, both at home and in child care settings. Back carriersAll back carriers should meet ...More…
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Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
Web MD — Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a rare degenerative neurological disorder characterized by loss of balance and impaired walking; loss of control of voluntary eye movement, especially in the downward direction; abnormal muscle tone ...More…
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Stopping a Nosebleed - Topic Overview
Web MD — Most nosebleeds occur in the front of the nose and involve only one nostril. Some blood may drain down the back of the nose into the throat. These nosebleeds typically are not serious, and you can generally treat them yourself at home.A less ...More…
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Broken Nose (Nasal Fracture)
Web MD — How do I get a broken nose?You can break your nose during play, sports, accidents, fights, and falls. However, it may be hard to tell if your nose is broken. Swelling can make your nose look crooked even if it is not broken. When the swelling ...More…
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Noroviruses (Norwalk viruses) - Topic Overview
Web MD — Get information on norovirus infections -- also called the Norwalk virus -- including causes, symptoms and treatments. Noroviruses belong to a family of viruses that cause the "stomach flu." Noroviruses are also called Norwalk-like viruses and . ...More…
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Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency
Web MD — Nonspherocytic Hemolytic Anemia, Congenital with low PK Kinetics Red cell pyruvate kinase deficiency is a hereditary blood disorder characterized by a deficiency of the enzyme pyruvate kinase. Physical findings associated with the disorder may ...More…
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Nonprescription Medicines and Products
Web MD — A nonprescription medication-sometimes called an over - the - counter, or OTC, medication-is any drug that you can buy without a doctor's prescription. However, don't assume that all nonprescription drugs are safe for you. These drugs can ...More…
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Pineal Cysts, Symptomatic
Web MD — Pineal cysts are benign (non-cancerous) fluid-filled sacs located in the region of the brain that contains the pineal gland. Small pineal cysts (.5 cm or smaller) are common occurrences, often found incidentally on routine neurological exams. ...More…
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Sleep Disorders: Bedwetting in Kids
Web MD — Bedwetting, or nocturnal enuresis, occurs when a child urinates in his or her sleep. Bed wetting, or nocturnal enuresis, occurs when a child urinates in his or her sleep. Bed wetting is fairly common; about 5 to 7 million children over the age of ...More…