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Arthritis Overview
Arthritis is inflammation of one or more joints. A joint is the area where two bones meet. There are over 100 different types of arthritis. Symptoms The main symptoms of...
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What are the treatment of salivary gland cancer?
Like many cancer diseases, treatment for salivary gland cancer depends on the type, size and stage of salivary gland cancer you have, as well as your overall health and your...
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What are the signs and symptoms of thymus cancer?
The thymus is in the middle of the chest, near the airways and certain blood vessels. Tumors in the thymus can press on nearby structures, causing symptoms such as: Shortness...
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Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumors Diagnosis
Tests that examine the blood and urine are used to detect (find) and diagnose gastrointestinal carcinoid tumors. The following tests and procedures may be used: Complete blood count: A procedure...
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Jaundice in Infant
Infant jaundice is a yellow discoloration in a newborn baby’s skin and eyes. Infant jaundice occurs because the baby’s blood contains an excess of bilirubin (bil-ih-ROO-bin), a yellow-colored pigment of...
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Inguinal Hernia
An inguinal hernia happens when soft tissue – usually part of the intestine – protrudes through a weak point or tear in your lower abdominal wall. The resulting bulge can...
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Rheumatoid Arthritis Overview
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that typically affects the small joints in your hands and feet. What are the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis? The symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis...
