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Hepatitis for Teens
Hepatitis, an infectious liver disease, is more contagious than HIV. Find out about the different types of hepatitis.
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Hepatitis C for Teens
The hepatitis C virus (HCV) spreads through blood or other body fluids, and can lead to cirrhosis or liver cancer. The most common way people become infected is by sharing drug paraphernalia.
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Hepatitis A for Teens
Hepatitis A is a contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). The hepatitis A vaccine has helped to make the infection rare in the United States.
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Hepatitis B for Teens
Hepatitis B can move from one person to another through blood and other body fluids. For this reason, people usually get it through unprotected sex or by sharing needles.
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Blood Test: Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) for Teens
This test measures the speed at which red blood cells fall to the bottom of an upright glass test tube. Find out why doctors do it and what's involved for teens.
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Blood Test: Complete Blood Count for Teens
This common blood test helps doctors gather information about a person's blood cells and how they're working. Find out why doctors do this test and what's involved.
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Blood Test: Basic Metabolic Panel for Teens
A basic metabolic panel (BMP) is a group of blood tests that provide doctors with clues about how the body is working. Find out why doctors do this and what's involved for teens.
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Cholesterol for Teens
Cholesterol is a type of fat found in your blood. The body needs some cholesterol, but too much can be a problem. Discover more about cholesterol.
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Metabolic Syndrome for Teens
Metabolic syndrome is a signal that someone could be on the road to serious health problems. Find out more in this article for teens.
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Mononucleosis (Mono) for Teens
It's sometimes called "the kissing disease," but kissing is just one of the ways that someone can catch mono.