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Pancreatic Cancer: Overview

… Being African American or of Ashkenazi Jewish descent Tobacco use Heavy alcohol use Obesity Type 2 diabetes A high-fat … systemic treatments. You may have just one treatment or a combination of treatments. Pancreatic cancer may be treated … therapy. 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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Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease

… who first described it in 1886. It is one of the most common types of inherited nerve diseases. What causes … or delay disability caused by weakness and deformity. Occupational therapy to help with your daily activities. This … active. 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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Anorectal Abscess

… the symptoms of an anorectal abscess? Symptoms can occur differently in each person. They can include: Severe pain or discomfort near the anus. The pain is constant. But it may not … 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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Chronic Pancreatitis

… inside your pancreas and empty into your upper intestine, become trapped inside your pancreas. This causes pain and … are similar to acute pancreatitis. Symptoms are occasional and include: Pain in the upper belly that spreads … changes. 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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Cranial Neuropathies

… of the types of these neuropathies are: Bell palsy. This occurs when the facial nerve (seventh cranial nerve) is … more nerves, typically those that go to the eye. It is most common in people who have diabetes and high blood pressure. … be helpful. 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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When Your Child Needs Clean Intermittent Catheterization (CIC)

… urine starts to drain. CIC allows the bladder to empty completely. Once the bladder is empty, the catheter is … Urinary tract infections Kidney or bladder damage Wetting accidents (incontinence) Feeling nervous is normal At first, … Label one “Clean” and the other “Dirty” so your child can store reusable catheters accordingly. Children capable of …
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PFAPA Syndrome

… response. It causes cells of the immune system to become active. These cells make substances that signal the … a gene linked to PFAPA. The immune response is different from with a normal infection. It's is not contagious. … of life. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your child’s provider: Know the reason for the …
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Domestic Violence

… Women are usually the victims. But domestic violence also occurs against men. It also occurs in same-sex relationships. … The social stigmas of LGBTQ relationships in some communities can make seeking help harder for victims. Facts … insurance, and money. For example, an abuser may interfere with a partner's ability to become self-sufficient. …
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