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There are many different mental health problems affecting adolescents that require the clinical care of a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview. © 2000-2024…

Many problems that may affect an adolescent’s teeth and mouth require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview. © 2000-2024…

Does this test have other names? Lead poisoning test, BLL What is this test? This test measures the levels of lead in your blood. High levels of lead can be toxic. Complications include belly pain, constipation, a decline in thinking,…

What is afferent loop syndrome? This uncommon problem can occur after some kinds of stomach surgery when the first part of the small intestine is brought up to the stomach and connected to the stomach. The connection is called an…

What is African sleeping sickness? African sleeping sickness (African trypanosomiasis) is a disease caused by a parasite. It is passed on by the bite of the infected tsetse fly. What causes African sleeping sickness? There are two types of the…

What are some common post-op discomforts? The amount of discomfort you have after surgery depends on many things, including the type of surgery. Typical discomforts may include: Nausea and vomiting from general anesthesia Sore throat caused…

Returning from travel abroad  Be aware of travel advisories and CDC guidelines for returning to the U.S. once you’ve traveled abroad. In certain cases, you may need a medical exam by a healthcare provider once you return home. These cases…

Age    Milestone Birth to 3 months   Reacts to familiar sounds or voices. For example, calms down when hearing parent’s voice. …

What is age-related macular degeneration? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a disease that affects a person’s central vision. AMD is the most common cause of severe vision loss among people age 50 and older. Only the center of vision is…

What are AIDS-related cancers? People living with HIV are much more likely to get certain types of cancer than people without HIV. Certain kinds of cancer are called AIDS-defining cancers or AIDS-defining malignancies. This means when people with HIV develop…

What is AIDS-related lymphoma in children? AIDS-related lymphoma is a type of cancer called non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). Children with AIDS have a higher risk for this cancer. AIDS is a disease that makes the immune system weak. It raises the risk for…

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