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The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is an infectious, contagious virus that can be passed from an infected mother to her newborn infant during childbirth. Over two million children under the age of 15 throughout the world are infected by HIV.
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People who come down with shingles, which is actually the reoccurance of chicken pox, often mistake their initial symptoms for the beginnings of a flu.
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Thirst in pregnancy can be a simple sign that your body needs more fluids or it can be a sign of a more serious complication. Always consult your doctor if you have any unusual symptoms during pregnancy, especially if they are persistent.
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Unlike more common calcium kidney stones, struvite stones are formed by bacterial waste products during a kidney or urinary tract infection (UTI). Struvite stones are more common in women, infants and the elderly as such individuals are more likely to have UTI.
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Kidney dialysis is used to replace normal kidney function when the kidneys have become damaged and no longer function properly. The kidneys help control the levels of certain dissolved minerals called electrolytes as well as help filter out waste products (metabolites) that are created by cells using energy.
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The human body perform countless chemical reactions that are essential for life every second. Many of these reactions can only be performed within a limited temperature range. As a result, humans have a variety of mechanisms to keep their body temperature within a constant range.
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If you notice swelling in your feet and ankles, you are suffering from what is medically called edema. Certain medical conditions, including pregnancy or liver disease, and medications can cause edema, along with a diet high in sodium. Treatment requires you first take care of the underlying cause.
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Boys can grow until age 20 or later. Bones grow out from the ends, known as the growth plates, which are softer than the mature bone. This growth of the long bones in the leg, along with the lengthening of connective tissue, can cause "growing pains."
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In many cases, when you feel ill, you also don’t feel like eating. However, certain symptoms can actually improve when you eat something. Nausea, dizziness and other ill feelings might get better if you eat something.
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Cod liver oil, like its name suggests, is a supplement made from oil found in the liver of the cod fish. Cod liver oil is naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids and other beneficial nutrients.
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Indigestion several hours after eating may be caused by different conditions. For example, most food intolerances don’t develop symptoms until a few hours after you’ve consumed a food that you’re unable to digest. Any time you experience consistent symptoms, you should make an appointment with your doctor.
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A small oat bran bagel contains 176 calories, 2.5 g of fiber and almost no saturated fat. You can eat bagels on a diabetes diet, but choose whole grain bagels instead of bagels made from processed and refined grains.
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Dopamine, like norepinephrine, is a neurotransmitter in the brain that initiates adrenalin, a hormone, during the activation of the stress response. The stress response is generally self-regulating, ready to respond to a potential threat and then back down once the threat is lifted.
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The stomach flu is a viral infection in the digestive tract that is commonly caused by rotavirus or noroviruses, according to University of Maryland Medical Center. What you eat can help avoid severe symptoms if you catch a stomach bug.
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Your mother might have told you to stay away from milk when you’re sick with or recovering from a cold, but according to medical studies done in Switzerland and Australia, dairy products don’t increase congestion. It's important to drink fluids during infection, and it's OK to drink milk, says Dr. Robert H.
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Consuming lots of salt, because of its high sodium content, raises blood pressure and can increase your risk of other problems such as heart disease and atherosclerosis.
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Gas and bloating are often caused by an intolerance to a certain food item, lack of moisture in the intestines or taking in excessive air while eating. Gas and bloating are not fatal, but are generally a sign of slowed or obstructed digestion. However, severe cases of gas or bloating can cause pain and cramps.
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Fatty liver disease is a build-up of fats, mainly triglycerides, in your liver, This common conditions is normally asymptomatic, but a few people may have slight abdominal pain or fatigue. Your doctor may discover that your liver is inflamed during a routine physical examination.
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Dehydroepiandrosterone, or DHEA, is a hormone the body produces naturally and that also can be synthesized in the laboratory for an over-the-counter supplement. DHEA has many potential benefits, although research is insufficient to support many of the proposed uses, according to the U.S.
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The gallbladder is a small organ located next to the liver. The gallbladder stores bile, which is made by the liver and helps the body digests fats. Gallstones and other disorders of the gallbladder can be treated with surgical removal of the gallbladder.
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