Learn about lead poisoning symptoms and treatment of lead exposure in children and adults. Explore ways to keep your kids safe from lead exposure.
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Von Willebrand disease
Learn more about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of this inherited bleeding condition that keeps blood from clotting well.
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Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
Learn about the unexplained death of a young baby who seems healthy.
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DiGeorge syndrome (22q11.2 deletion syndrome)
This condition is due to missing part of chromosome 22. It may cause heart issues, thyroid problems, cleft palate, lower immunity and other health problems.
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Shaken baby syndrome
Understand why shaking a baby can cause brain damage, and why getting immediate medical care can save a child's life or prevent serious health problems.
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Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia)
In this condition present at birth, a band of tissue (lingual frenulum) tethers the tongue to the floor of the mouth, restricting the range of motion.
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Alpha-gal syndrome
This allergic reaction to meat-based meals most often results from a tick bite.
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Autonomic neuropathy
Damage to the nerves that control involuntary body functions, such as blood pressure and digestion, results in autonomic neuropathy.
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Stroke
Promptly spotting stroke symptoms leads to faster treatment and less damage to the brain.
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Prediabetes
Blood sugar levels start to rise even before you get type 2 diabetes. Find out what steps you can take to prevent diabetes from developing.
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Heart attack
A blockage of blood flow to the heart can damage or destroy heart muscle.
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Impetigo
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this highly contagious bacterial skin infection common in infants and young children.