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What Is Hypoglycemia? for Teens
Lots of people wonder if they have hypoglycemia, but the condition is not common in teens. Get the facts on hypoglycemia.
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Ulcers for Teens
Peptic ulcers are common, but mostly affect adults. Most can be cured.
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Iron for Parents
Iron is an important ingredient needed to make hemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying part of every red blood cell.
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Legius Syndrome for Parents
Legius syndrome is a rare genetic condition. Kids who have it have multiple café-au-lait spots on their skin and might be slower to walk, talk, and reach other milestones than most kids.
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Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) for Parents
When someone has hypertension (high blood pressure), the heart has to pump harder and the arteries are under more strain as they carry blood.
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How Can I Lose Weight Safely? for Teens
Lots of people are unhappy with their present weight, but aren't sure how to change it - or even if they need to. Get the facts on weight loss here.
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Sleeping During Pregnancy for Parents
Catching enough ZZZs during pregnancy can be difficult for many women. Here's why - plus tips for better sleep.
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Adenoids and Adenoidectomy for Parents
Adenoids trap germs, so sometimes they swell while fighting an infection. If they get infected, tonsils and adenoids might be removed in a surgery at the same time.
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Tonsillectomy for Parents
A tonsillectomy is surgery to remove the tonsils. It's one of the most common surgeries kids and teens get. Find out more.
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How to Safely Give Acetaminophen for Parents
What kind? How much? How often? Find out how to give this pain and fever medicine.