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Claudication

… the blood flow to your legs. At first, claudication pain occurs when you walk a certain distance and goes away when … claudication? Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is very common, mainly in people older than 50. PAD is caused by … steps Here are some tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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Ringworm in Children

… on the skin, hair, and nails called dermatophytes. Different types of dermatophytes affect different parts of the … depending on which part of the body is affected. The most common types of ringworm are listed below. Body ringworm … too. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your child’s doctor: Know the reason for the visit
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Roseola in Children

… or laughs. Which children are at risk for roseola? It most commonly affects children younger than age 2. What are the … is most contagious during the high fever, before the rash occurs. The fever lasts 3 to 5 days and then suddenly goes … symptoms. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your child's doctor: Know the reason for the visit
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Rheumatic Fever

… What is rheumatic fever? Rheumatic fever is a complex disease that affects the joints, skin, heart, blood … the ages of 5 and 15. It's an autoimmune disease that occurs after an infection with strep (streptococcus) … back. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your child’s doctor: Know the reason for the visit
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Cardiac Tamponade

… a pericardial effusion. Often the pericardial sac also becomes inflamed. Some health issues that can cause this fluid … heart. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your healthcare provider: Know the reason for your visit and what you want to happen. Before your visit, write …
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Afferent Loop Syndrome

… What is afferent loop syndrome? Afferent loop syndrome is a problem … of the small intestine up to the stomach. If a partial or complete blockage happens in this part of the small … surgery. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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