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Hepatitis A

… for hepatitis A if you travel to places where the virus is common. These places include: Africa. Asia (except Japan). … cells or antibodies. It's used along with the vaccine for people who are at very high risk of liver failure … steps Here are some tips to help you get the most from a visit to your health care provider: Know the reason for your …
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HIV and Dementia

… damage that results, the worse the dementia symptoms may become. Dementia from HIV/AIDS is also called HIV-associated … dementia Based on your level of dementia, you may need different therapies. HIV-related dementia may gradually get … dementia. 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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Bone Marrow Transplant

… Multiple myeloma Myelodysplatic syndromes Myeloproliferative neoplasms Aplastic anemia Immune deficiency … It's where most of the body's blood cells develop and are stored. The cells that make other blood cells are called … activities. The recipient must also make frequent follow-up visits to the hospital or healthcare provider's office. Know …
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Pleurisy

… that surround the lungs and line your chest wall. Pleurisy occurs when inflammation affects the pleura. Normally, there … sharp and stabbing chest pain. Sometimes the pain may become a constant dull ache. It's often worse when you take a … deep breath, cough, or sneeze. Shortness of breath is also common. Based on the cause of pleurisy, you may also have …
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Barium Enema

… mucus, or pus Your doctor may have other reasons to recommend a barium enema. Talk with your doctor about the … of your body Certain things can make a barium enema less accurate. These include: Recent barium swallow or upper GI … and exam table will move. You may be asked to move into different positions as the X-rays are taken. The radiologist …
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Sleep Apnea

… potentially life-threatening condition. It's far more common than thought. Sleep apnea can occur at any age, but … of sleep apnea is not simple because there can be many different causes. Medicines generally don't work to treat sleep … surgery. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your healthcare provider: Know the reason for your …
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Pemphigus Vulgaris

… throat, eyes, and genitals. Pemphigus vulgaris is the most common type of pemphigus. It isn't contagious. What causes … diagnose and treat this condition. Your healthcare provider visit may include: Taking your health history Doing a … Follow up. This condition may return, even after successful treatment. Go to all follow-up appointments. You …
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