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What Are the Major Symptoms of Intellectually Disabled Adults?

Published Oct,23 2017  |  By Andrea Agnew

According to the American Psychiatric Association, the intellectually disabled have considerable intellectual deficits as evidenced by substandard IQ scores. An IQ of less than 70 supports a diagnosis into one of the four categories of intellectual disability: mild, moderate, severe or profound.

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Characteristics of Mentally Challenged Children

Published Oct,23 2017  |  By Jessica Martinez

Once routinely institutionalized, most intellectual disabled children are now encouraged to live with their families, participate with their peer groups and even strive for independence. This modern attitude shift is due to a better understanding of what defines intellectual disability, and what does not.

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The Use of Accessory Muscles With Breathing

The Use of Accessory Muscles With Breathing

Published Oct,19 2017  |  By Meg Brannagan

Most people breathe without even thinking about it. The purpose of breathing is to bring oxygen into the body when you breathe in and move carbon dioxide out of the body when you breathe out. The diaphragm, a large muscle that separates the lungs from the abdomen, is the main muscle responsible for normal breathing.

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Causes of WBCs and RBCs in Urine

Causes of WBCs and RBCs in Urine

Published Oct,19 2017  |  By Shelly Morgan

Urine normally contains no RBCS and very few WBCs. Common causes of urinary blood cells include urinary tract and genital infections, among others.

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A Comparison of Effexor to Wellbutrin

A Comparison of Effexor to Wellbutrin

Published Oct,19 2017  |  By Hazel Thornstein

Effexor and Wellbutrin are both medications that may be prescribed for depression. Effexor is the brand name for the generic drug called venlafaxine and Wellbutrin is the brand name for the generic drug bupropion.

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Deriphyllin Side Effects

Deriphyllin Side Effects

Published Oct,19 2017  |  By Rae Uddin

Deriphyllin is the brand name for the combination of two very similar generic drugs: etophylline and theophylline. Etophylline -- also spelled as etofylline -- is a modified form of theophylline. Both drugs work in the same general way and have the same side effects.

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Medical Reasons for Eyebrow Loss

Medical Reasons for Eyebrow Loss

Published Oct,19 2017  |  By Dr. Tina M. St. John

Eyebrow loss can occur as a result of many medical and dermatological conditions and can also be a side effect of chemotherapy or other medications.

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What Causes Hiccups After Eating?

What Causes Hiccups After Eating?

Published Oct,19 2017  |  By August McLaughlin

The diaphragm is a large muscle at the base of the lungs that contracts every time a person breathes in. As the diaphragm contracts, it becomes flatter. This allows the lungs to expand, causing air to be sucked in. Hiccups are involuntary contractions, or spasms, of the diaphragm.

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Warning Signs of Lymph Node Cancer

Warning Signs of Lymph Node Cancer

Published Oct,19 2017  |  By Gianna Rose

Lymph node cancers are tumors of the lymphatic system, which is part of the body's immune system. Also known as lymphomas, these cancers are made of infection-fighting cells called lymphocytes that multiply uncontrollably. They collect in lymph nodes and other parts of the body to form tumors.

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Flu Shot Side Effects, Including Fatigue

Flu Shot Side Effects, Including Fatigue

Published Oct,19 2017  |  By Diane Helentjaris

If the odds of winning the lottery were 1 in 5, the line for tickets would be long indeed. In fact, as many as 1 in every 5 Americans get the flu each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These high odds could be decreased if more Americans took advantage of influenza immunization.

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Causes of Waking Up With a Headache

Causes of Waking Up With a Headache

Published Oct,19 2017  |  By Marcy Brinkley

Morning headaches occur with a variety of disorders, including migraine, tension-type headache, sinusitis, and medication and caffeine withdrawal.

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What Causes Hiccups While You Sleep?

What Causes Hiccups While You Sleep?

Published Oct,19 2017  |  By Lori Newell

Located underneath the lungs, the diaphragm is a muscle that contracts every time a person takes a breath. This contraction causes the diaphragm to drop down, allowing the lungs to expand and take in air. Hiccups occur when the diaphragm suddenly contracts at other times.

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