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What Are Gallstones?

… The gallbladder stores bile, a fluid made by the liver. Bile helps digest … when certain substances in the bile crystallize and become solid. In some cases, the stones don’t cause any … the walls of the gallbladder. More serious problems can occur if stones move into nearby ducts (such as the common …
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How Seizures Affect the Body

… Signals sent from each part of your brain control a different body function. For instance, one part of your brain … a seizure During a seizure, abnormal electrical signals occur in your brain. They disrupt its normal activity. The … it spreads to both sides. Focal seizures Focal seizures come in different types. The type depends on any change in …
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Easy Ways You Can Safeguard Your Sight

… working with household cleaning products, weed killers, fertilizers, and other chemicals. Also wear them when using … racquetball, handball, badminton, basketball, volleyball, soccer, or other similar sports. Wear sunglasses that block … Keep them closed for 3 to 5 seconds after you're done. Computer use and eye care It's important to think about your …
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Ewing Sarcoma: Radiation Therapy

… Radiation is sometimes part of the treatment for Ewing sarcomas. It's mostly used with other types of treatment. It's … keep them from getting worse. Sometimes, if side effects occur and don't get better with treatment, the dose of … could happen. Be sure to discuss this with your doctor. Fertility problems. Radiation to the pelvis can damage …
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Overview

… to almost any organ in the body. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is different from Hodgkin lymphoma. There are many different types … It depends on where it starts in your body. Here are some common symptoms of NHL: Swollen lymph nodes that don’t hurt … stem cell transplant. Next steps Know the reason for your visit and what you want to happen. Before your visit, write …
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Bridges

… be in good health and have good bone support. But the difference between correct and incorrect oral hygiene is an … bridges. Your dentist or oral health specialist will recommend the one that's best for your mouth condition and the … help to prevent oral health problems while your teeth are restored with a bridge: The American Dental Association …
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