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… Overview Other tests for lung infections, such as pneumonia … or cultures. Blood tests may help tell if you have antibodies to a specific organism that … tissue. It looks for conditions such as lung cancer or fibrous tissue in the lungs …
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… first signs of lung cancer may include a new cough or a cough that doesn't go away, … and special tools. (This is called video-assisted thoracic surgery , or VATS.) Your …
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… Symptoms These are some of the common symptoms of respiratory illnesses. Chest Problems Coughs, Age 11 and …
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106 What are Group A streptococcal infections? Group A Streptococcus bacteria, also known as GAS or strep, can infect anyone at any age. Infections generally result in mild illnesses. The most common …
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… Basics What is chronic lung disease in infants? Chronic lung disease in an infant means that damaged tissue in the newborn's lungs is causing … treatment into early childhood. In time, many children outgrow most of their lung problems. …
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Condition Basics What is a urinary tract infection (UTI)? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a problem that happens when germs (called bacteria) get into the urinary tract and cause an infection. …
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… on a bottle. And have your child immunized. Health Tools Health Tools help you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your …
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… Condition Basics What is a urinary tract infection (UTI)? A urinary tract … that connect them. Most UTIs are bladder infections. UTIs in children must be treated …
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… Treatment options also include a prescription oral pill or vaginal medicine. How can you … Treatment options also include a prescription oral pill or vaginal medicine. Learn more … Treatment options also include a prescription oral pill or vaginal medicine. How can you …
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… Surgery Overview The goal of surgery for lung cancer is to remove all of the cancer and a border of normal tissue (margin) …
