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… Being proactive in preventing diseases and injuries will help you and your … and healthier lives. Learn about different diseases and conditions in this section. Disease and Injury Prevention Disease and …
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… Conditions Basics What is anemia of chronic disease? Having anemia means you don't have … chronic disease is ongoing inflammation from autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid … chronic disease is ongoing inflammation from autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid …
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… Condition Basics What is Ménière's disease? Ménière's (say "men-YEERS") disease … have: Another family member who has it. An autoimmune disease , such as diabetes, lupus, … have: Another family member who has it. An autoimmune disease , such as diabetes, lupus, …
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… Basics What is acquired von Willebrand disease? Acquired von Willebrand disease is a … tumour) and lung cancer. Hypothyroidism . Autoimmune diseases , such as systemic lupus … tumour) and lung cancer. Hypothyroidism . Autoimmune diseases , such as systemic lupus …
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… Actionset Overview Celiac disease (or celiac sprue) is a problem with … on the person's own body. (This is called an autoimmune disease.) Celiac disease seems to … on the person's own body. (This is called an autoimmune disease.) Celiac disease seems to …
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… talk to your doctor about them. Alzheimer's Disease: Should I Take Medicines? 1 Get the … Get the facts Your options Treat Alzheimer's disease with medicines for as long as they are … to remember Medicines can't cure Alzheimer's disease, but they can slow it down for a while …
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… talk to your doctor about them. Dupuytren's Disease: Should I Have Hand Surgery? 1 Get the … surgery to relieve symptoms of Dupuytren's disease. Try other treatments instead, such as … restore, the use of your hands. Dupuytren's disease sometimes comes back after surgery. …
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… Overview What is coronary artery disease? Coronary artery disease is the most common type of heart disease. It's also a leading cause of death of …
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… Condition Basics What is Alzheimer's disease? Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia that damages the … think, and do your daily activities. The disease gets worse over time, but how quickly …
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… 54 What is fifth disease? Fifth disease is an infection caused by a virus … It’s sometimes called "slapped cheek" disease. It’s most common in late winter to …
