What is chickenpox? Shingles, which is sometimes called herpes zoster, is an illness caused by the same virus that leads to chickenpox. Shingles is more serious than the common childhood illness. Many people think of shingles as chickenpox 2.0, a virus that’s annoying but not serious. Shingles is indeed caused by the same virus that …
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Symptoms of ovarian cancer usually do not become noticeable until the cancer has already advanced In the early stages of ovarian cancer, symptoms can be easy to miss or overlook. Symptoms usually do not become noticeable until the cancer has already advanced. Learn about early and later symptoms of ovarian cancer, as well as when to see a doctor. What …
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The lungs do not occupy the complete pleural cavity. The two pleurae of the lungs are the visceral and parietal pleura. The pleura is a thin layer that covers the lungs and interior wall of the chest cavity. It is a serous membrane (serosa) that covers the internal body cavities and organs and secretes fluids. It is one continuous layer …
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Learn about diagnosis and treatment of vaginal cancer Vaginal cancer often does not cause noticeable symptoms in the early stages and is sometimes detected during routine pelvic exams. Vaginal cancer can be ruled out or confirmed through an analysis of your medical history, symptoms, pelvic exam, pap test, and biopsy if necessary. Learn more about how vaginal cancer is diagnosed. …
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Give the feeling a label Anxiety is a normal part of daily life, even for children. Help your young child with anxiety by giving the feeling a label, validating their feelings, tracking causes of anxiety, and using other methods. Anxiety is a normal part of daily life, even for children. Children don't have the tools to process their anxiety, though, and …
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Generic Name: nystatin Brand Names: Mycostatin, Nilstat, Nyamyc, Nystat Rx, Nystatin Systemic, Nystex Drug Class: Antifungals, Other; Antifungals, Systemic What is nystatin, and what is it used for? Nystatin is an antifungal medication used to treat yeast and fungal infections, in particular those caused by Candida species (candidiasis). Oral nystatin is used in the treatment of mouth and throat (oropharyngeal), and intestinal …
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What is psychosis? Psychosis is a serious mental disorder that affects how your brain functions. Psychosis is a condition like any other, from which you can fully recover and get back to normal life. About 100,000 teenagers and young adults in the United States experience a first episode of psychosis every year. Most are between the ages of 15 and …
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Skin cancer may start as a new spot on the skin that changes in size, shape, or texture Skin cancer usually occurs when overexposure to ultraviolet rays causes damage to skin DNA, leading to abnormal cells that grow uncontrollably and form a mass. Other causes of skin cancer include exposure to certain chemicals or toxins. There are several types of …
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What is shingles? Shingles is a common but preventable condition. Adults 19 and over who have certain immune conditions that increase their risk of shingles can also get the shingles vaccine. Shingles is a common but preventable condition. Around a million people develop shingles every year. They may experience an unsightly rash, pain, and itching for weeks on end. In …
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The anatomy of the ear Dizziness and similar complications happen because of things that happen in your inner ear. You know if your inner ear is causing dizziness because when you have it, moving your head in any way causes immediate vertigo – the sensation that your physical surroundings are spinning. If you often get dizzy for what seems like …
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