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Aortic Stenosis in Children

Aortic stenosis means your child has a heart valve that is too narrow or is blocked. The aortic valve is 1 of 4 heart valves that keep blood flowing through the heart. The valves make sure blood flows in only one direction. The aortic valve keeps blood flowing from the left ventricle to the aorta.
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What the Brain Does

… senses, and movement. Your brain also allows you to think, communicate, handle emotions, and make judgments. And it has … of each area of the brain Each part of your brain has a different role:  The front of the brain is the center for … where much of your personality comes from. Memory is mainly stored in both temporal lobes. The right side of your brain …
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Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

… source (cigarettes, e-cigarettes, patches, or chewing tobacco) slows healing. Join a stop-smoking program to improve … If needed, you'll be given pain medicine to relieve any discomfort. You'll sit semi-inclined or with your head propped … as indicated by your doctor Follow-up You'll have follow-up visits with your surgeon. During these visits, your surgeon …
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Why You Should Be Pro-Probiotic

… support your health in powerful ways.  The word “probiotic” comes from Greek and Latin roots meaning “for life,” and … probiotic-rich foods include: Kefir: A mixture of milk and fermented grains, kefir contains antioxidants and the … types of good bacteria it contains. If it doesn't, don't buy it! These classifications of bacteria are called …
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Phobias in Children

… months. It is a type of anxiety disorder. These are some different types of phobias: Specific phobia. A child has … much fear that it interferes with normal activities. Some common phobias are a fear of animals, insects, blood, … of life. 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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Iron-Deficiency Anemia

… carries oxygen to the body. Most of your body’s iron is stored in hemoglobin. What causes iron-deficiency anemia? … done to test for iron levels. These may include iron, serum ferritin, and iron saturation. Bone marrow aspiration or … 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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Exercising with Asthma

… movement. This includes long-distance running and soccer. Using your quick-relief medicine before vigorous … plan Work with your doctor to create an exercise plan. A common goal is to exercise 30 minutes or more on most days. …
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