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Hartnup disorder is a genetic condition in which there is a defect in the transport of certain amino acids (such as tryptophan and histidine) by the small intestine and kidneys. Hartnup disorder is a metabolic condition involving amino acids. It is an inherited condition. This condition occurs due to mutation in the S...
What are the treatments for Hartnup disorder ?
Hartnup disorder is a genetic condition in which there is a defect in the transport of certain amino acids (such as tryptophan and histidine) by the small intestine and kidneys. Hartnup disorder is a metabolic condition involving amino acids. It is an inherited condition. This condition occurs due to mutation in the S...
What is the outlook for Hartnup disorder ?
Hartnup disorder is a genetic condition in which there is a defect in the transport of certain amino acids (such as tryptophan and histidine) by the small intestine and kidneys. Hartnup disorder is a metabolic condition involving amino acids. It is an inherited condition. This condition occurs due to mutation in the S...
What are the complications of Hartnup disorder ?
Hartnup disorder is a genetic condition in which there is a defect in the transport of certain amino acids (such as tryptophan and histidine) by the small intestine and kidneys. Hartnup disorder is a metabolic condition involving amino acids. It is an inherited condition. This condition occurs due to mutation in the S...
Do I need to see a doctor for Hartnup disorder ?
Hartnup disorder is a genetic condition in which there is a defect in the transport of certain amino acids (such as tryptophan and histidine) by the small intestine and kidneys. Hartnup disorder is a metabolic condition involving amino acids. It is an inherited condition. This condition occurs due to mutation in the S...
How to prevent Hartnup disorder ?
A computed tomography (CT) scan of the heart is an imaging method that uses x-rays to create detailed pictures of the heart and its blood vessels. You will be asked to lie on a narrow table that slides into the center of the CT scanner. A computer creates separate images of the body area, called slices. You must be sti...
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There are several different medicines used for weight loss. Before trying weight-loss medicines, your health care provider will recommend that you try non-drug ways for losing weight. While weight-loss drugs can be helpful, the overall weight loss achieved is limited for most people. In addition, it's likely the weight...
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The 25-hydroxy vitamin D test is the most accurate way to measure how much vitamin D is in your body. Vitamin D helps control calcium and phosphate levels in the body. A blood sample is needed. Usually, you will not need to fast. But this depends on the laboratory and the testing method used. Follow any instructions f...
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Trazodone is an antidepressant medicine. Sometimes, it is used as a sleep aid and to treat agitation in people with dementia. Trazodone overdose occurs when someone takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medicine, either by accident or on purpose. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to...
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Enlarged liver refers to swelling of the liver beyond its normal size. Hepatomegaly is another word to describe this problem. If both the liver and spleen are enlarged, it is called hepatosplenomegaly. The lower edge of the liver normally comes just to the lower edge of the ribs on the right side. The edge of the liver...
What is (are) Hepatomegaly ?
Enlarged liver refers to swelling of the liver beyond its normal size. Hepatomegaly is another word to describe this problem. If both the liver and spleen are enlarged, it is called hepatosplenomegaly. The lower edge of the liver normally comes just to the lower edge of the ribs on the right side. The edge of the liver...
What to do for Hepatomegaly ?
Enlarged liver refers to swelling of the liver beyond its normal size. Hepatomegaly is another word to describe this problem. If both the liver and spleen are enlarged, it is called hepatosplenomegaly. The lower edge of the liver normally comes just to the lower edge of the ribs on the right side. The edge of the liver...
What causes Hepatomegaly ?
Enlarged liver refers to swelling of the liver beyond its normal size. Hepatomegaly is another word to describe this problem. If both the liver and spleen are enlarged, it is called hepatosplenomegaly. The lower edge of the liver normally comes just to the lower edge of the ribs on the right side. The edge of the liver...
Do I need to see a doctor for Hepatomegaly ?
Enlarged liver refers to swelling of the liver beyond its normal size. Hepatomegaly is another word to describe this problem. If both the liver and spleen are enlarged, it is called hepatosplenomegaly. The lower edge of the liver normally comes just to the lower edge of the ribs on the right side. The edge of the liver...
What is the outlook for Hepatomegaly ?
Anger is a normal emotion that everyone feels from time to time. But when you feel anger too intensely or too often, it can become a problem. Anger can put a strain on your relationships or cause problems at school or work. Anger management can help you learn healthy ways to express and control your anger. Anger can b...
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Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD) is a very rare disease. It leads to high blood pressure in the lung arteries (pulmonary hypertension). In most cases, the cause of PVOD is unknown. The high blood pressure occurs in the pulmonary arteries. These lung arteries are directly connected to the right side of the heart....
What is (are) Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease ?
Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD) is a very rare disease. It leads to high blood pressure in the lung arteries (pulmonary hypertension). In most cases, the cause of PVOD is unknown. The high blood pressure occurs in the pulmonary arteries. These lung arteries are directly connected to the right side of the heart....
What causes Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease ?
Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD) is a very rare disease. It leads to high blood pressure in the lung arteries (pulmonary hypertension). In most cases, the cause of PVOD is unknown. The high blood pressure occurs in the pulmonary arteries. These lung arteries are directly connected to the right side of the heart....
What are the symptoms of Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease ?
Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD) is a very rare disease. It leads to high blood pressure in the lung arteries (pulmonary hypertension). In most cases, the cause of PVOD is unknown. The high blood pressure occurs in the pulmonary arteries. These lung arteries are directly connected to the right side of the heart....
How to diagnose Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease ?
Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD) is a very rare disease. It leads to high blood pressure in the lung arteries (pulmonary hypertension). In most cases, the cause of PVOD is unknown. The high blood pressure occurs in the pulmonary arteries. These lung arteries are directly connected to the right side of the heart....
What are the treatments for Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease ?
Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD) is a very rare disease. It leads to high blood pressure in the lung arteries (pulmonary hypertension). In most cases, the cause of PVOD is unknown. The high blood pressure occurs in the pulmonary arteries. These lung arteries are directly connected to the right side of the heart....
What is the outlook for Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease ?
Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD) is a very rare disease. It leads to high blood pressure in the lung arteries (pulmonary hypertension). In most cases, the cause of PVOD is unknown. The high blood pressure occurs in the pulmonary arteries. These lung arteries are directly connected to the right side of the heart....
What are the complications of Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease ?
Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD) is a very rare disease. It leads to high blood pressure in the lung arteries (pulmonary hypertension). In most cases, the cause of PVOD is unknown. The high blood pressure occurs in the pulmonary arteries. These lung arteries are directly connected to the right side of the heart....
Do I need to see a doctor for Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease ?
Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is a condition in which the body does not make enough of AAT, a protein that protects the lungs and liver from damage. The condition can lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and liver disease (cirrhosis). AAT is a type of protein called a protease inhibitor. AAT is m...
What is (are) Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency ?
Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is a condition in which the body does not make enough of AAT, a protein that protects the lungs and liver from damage. The condition can lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and liver disease (cirrhosis). AAT is a type of protein called a protease inhibitor. AAT is m...
What causes Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency ?
Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is a condition in which the body does not make enough of AAT, a protein that protects the lungs and liver from damage. The condition can lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and liver disease (cirrhosis). AAT is a type of protein called a protease inhibitor. AAT is m...
What are the symptoms of Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency ?
Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is a condition in which the body does not make enough of AAT, a protein that protects the lungs and liver from damage. The condition can lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and liver disease (cirrhosis). AAT is a type of protein called a protease inhibitor. AAT is m...
How to diagnose Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency ?
Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is a condition in which the body does not make enough of AAT, a protein that protects the lungs and liver from damage. The condition can lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and liver disease (cirrhosis). AAT is a type of protein called a protease inhibitor. AAT is m...
What are the treatments for Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency ?
Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is a condition in which the body does not make enough of AAT, a protein that protects the lungs and liver from damage. The condition can lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and liver disease (cirrhosis). AAT is a type of protein called a protease inhibitor. AAT is m...
What is the outlook for Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency ?
Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is a condition in which the body does not make enough of AAT, a protein that protects the lungs and liver from damage. The condition can lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and liver disease (cirrhosis). AAT is a type of protein called a protease inhibitor. AAT is m...
What are the complications of Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency ?
Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is a condition in which the body does not make enough of AAT, a protein that protects the lungs and liver from damage. The condition can lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and liver disease (cirrhosis). AAT is a type of protein called a protease inhibitor. AAT is m...
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Fibrinopeptide A is a substance released as blood clots in your body. A test can be done to measure the level of this substance in your blood. A blood sample is needed. No special preparation is necessary. When the needle is inserted to draw blood, some people feel moderate pain. Others feel only a prick or stinging. ...
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Renal papillary necrosis is a disorder of the kidneys in which all or part of the renal papillae die. The renal papillae are the areas where the openings of the collecting ducts enter the kidney and where urine flows into the ureters. Renal papillary necrosis often occurs with analgesic nephropathy. This is damage to o...
What is (are) Renal papillary necrosis ?
Renal papillary necrosis is a disorder of the kidneys in which all or part of the renal papillae die. The renal papillae are the areas where the openings of the collecting ducts enter the kidney and where urine flows into the ureters. Renal papillary necrosis often occurs with analgesic nephropathy. This is damage to o...
What causes Renal papillary necrosis ?
Renal papillary necrosis is a disorder of the kidneys in which all or part of the renal papillae die. The renal papillae are the areas where the openings of the collecting ducts enter the kidney and where urine flows into the ureters. Renal papillary necrosis often occurs with analgesic nephropathy. This is damage to o...
What are the symptoms of Renal papillary necrosis ?
Renal papillary necrosis is a disorder of the kidneys in which all or part of the renal papillae die. The renal papillae are the areas where the openings of the collecting ducts enter the kidney and where urine flows into the ureters. Renal papillary necrosis often occurs with analgesic nephropathy. This is damage to o...
How to diagnose Renal papillary necrosis ?
Renal papillary necrosis is a disorder of the kidneys in which all or part of the renal papillae die. The renal papillae are the areas where the openings of the collecting ducts enter the kidney and where urine flows into the ureters. Renal papillary necrosis often occurs with analgesic nephropathy. This is damage to o...
What are the treatments for Renal papillary necrosis ?
Renal papillary necrosis is a disorder of the kidneys in which all or part of the renal papillae die. The renal papillae are the areas where the openings of the collecting ducts enter the kidney and where urine flows into the ureters. Renal papillary necrosis often occurs with analgesic nephropathy. This is damage to o...
What is the outlook for Renal papillary necrosis ?
Renal papillary necrosis is a disorder of the kidneys in which all or part of the renal papillae die. The renal papillae are the areas where the openings of the collecting ducts enter the kidney and where urine flows into the ureters. Renal papillary necrosis often occurs with analgesic nephropathy. This is damage to o...
What are the complications of Renal papillary necrosis ?
Renal papillary necrosis is a disorder of the kidneys in which all or part of the renal papillae die. The renal papillae are the areas where the openings of the collecting ducts enter the kidney and where urine flows into the ureters. Renal papillary necrosis often occurs with analgesic nephropathy. This is damage to o...
Do I need to see a doctor for Renal papillary necrosis ?
Renal papillary necrosis is a disorder of the kidneys in which all or part of the renal papillae die. The renal papillae are the areas where the openings of the collecting ducts enter the kidney and where urine flows into the ureters. Renal papillary necrosis often occurs with analgesic nephropathy. This is damage to o...
How to prevent Renal papillary necrosis ?
A nail injury occurs when any part of your nail becomes injured. This includes the nail, nail bed (skin underneath the nail), cuticle (base of the nail), and the skin around the sides of the nail. An injury occurs when the nail is cut, torn, smashed, or bruised, or the nail is torn away from the skin. Smashing your fin...
What is (are) Nail injuries ?
A nail injury occurs when any part of your nail becomes injured. This includes the nail, nail bed (skin underneath the nail), cuticle (base of the nail), and the skin around the sides of the nail. An injury occurs when the nail is cut, torn, smashed, or bruised, or the nail is torn away from the skin. Smashing your fin...
What is (are) Nail injuries ?
A nail injury occurs when any part of your nail becomes injured. This includes the nail, nail bed (skin underneath the nail), cuticle (base of the nail), and the skin around the sides of the nail. An injury occurs when the nail is cut, torn, smashed, or bruised, or the nail is torn away from the skin. Smashing your fin...
What are the treatments for Nail injuries ?
A nail injury occurs when any part of your nail becomes injured. This includes the nail, nail bed (skin underneath the nail), cuticle (base of the nail), and the skin around the sides of the nail. An injury occurs when the nail is cut, torn, smashed, or bruised, or the nail is torn away from the skin. Smashing your fin...
What are the treatments for Nail injuries ?
A nail injury occurs when any part of your nail becomes injured. This includes the nail, nail bed (skin underneath the nail), cuticle (base of the nail), and the skin around the sides of the nail. An injury occurs when the nail is cut, torn, smashed, or bruised, or the nail is torn away from the skin. Smashing your fin...
What are the treatments for Nail injuries ?
A nail injury occurs when any part of your nail becomes injured. This includes the nail, nail bed (skin underneath the nail), cuticle (base of the nail), and the skin around the sides of the nail. An injury occurs when the nail is cut, torn, smashed, or bruised, or the nail is torn away from the skin. Smashing your fin...
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A heart attack occurs when blood flow to a part of your heart muscle is blocked for a period of time and an area of the heart muscle is damaged. It is also called a myocardial infarction (MI). Angina is pain or pressure in the chest. It occurs when your heart muscle is not getting enough blood or oxygen. You may feel a...
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Blount disease is a growth disorder of the shin bone (tibia) in which the lower leg turns inward, making it look like a bowleg. Blount disease occurs in young children and adolescents. The cause is unknown. It is thought to be due to the effects of weight on the growth plate. The inner part of the shin bone, just below...
What is (are) Blount disease ?
Blount disease is a growth disorder of the shin bone (tibia) in which the lower leg turns inward, making it look like a bowleg. Blount disease occurs in young children and adolescents. The cause is unknown. It is thought to be due to the effects of weight on the growth plate. The inner part of the shin bone, just below...
What causes Blount disease ?
Blount disease is a growth disorder of the shin bone (tibia) in which the lower leg turns inward, making it look like a bowleg. Blount disease occurs in young children and adolescents. The cause is unknown. It is thought to be due to the effects of weight on the growth plate. The inner part of the shin bone, just below...
What are the symptoms of Blount disease ?
Blount disease is a growth disorder of the shin bone (tibia) in which the lower leg turns inward, making it look like a bowleg. Blount disease occurs in young children and adolescents. The cause is unknown. It is thought to be due to the effects of weight on the growth plate. The inner part of the shin bone, just below...
How to diagnose Blount disease ?
Blount disease is a growth disorder of the shin bone (tibia) in which the lower leg turns inward, making it look like a bowleg. Blount disease occurs in young children and adolescents. The cause is unknown. It is thought to be due to the effects of weight on the growth plate. The inner part of the shin bone, just below...
What are the treatments for Blount disease ?
Blount disease is a growth disorder of the shin bone (tibia) in which the lower leg turns inward, making it look like a bowleg. Blount disease occurs in young children and adolescents. The cause is unknown. It is thought to be due to the effects of weight on the growth plate. The inner part of the shin bone, just below...
What is the outlook for Blount disease ?
Blount disease is a growth disorder of the shin bone (tibia) in which the lower leg turns inward, making it look like a bowleg. Blount disease occurs in young children and adolescents. The cause is unknown. It is thought to be due to the effects of weight on the growth plate. The inner part of the shin bone, just below...
What are the complications of Blount disease ?
Blount disease is a growth disorder of the shin bone (tibia) in which the lower leg turns inward, making it look like a bowleg. Blount disease occurs in young children and adolescents. The cause is unknown. It is thought to be due to the effects of weight on the growth plate. The inner part of the shin bone, just below...
Do I need to see a doctor for Blount disease ?
Blount disease is a growth disorder of the shin bone (tibia) in which the lower leg turns inward, making it look like a bowleg. Blount disease occurs in young children and adolescents. The cause is unknown. It is thought to be due to the effects of weight on the growth plate. The inner part of the shin bone, just below...
How to prevent Blount disease ?
Foraminotomy is surgery that widens the opening in your spine where nerve roots leave your spinal canal. You may have a narrowing of the nerve opening (foraminal stenosis). Foraminotomy takes pressure off of the nerve coming out of your spinal column. This reduces any pain you were having. Foraminotomy can be performed...
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A renal perfusion scintiscan is a nuclear medicine test. It uses a small amount of a radioactive substance to create an image of the kidneys. You will be asked to take a blood pressure medicine called an ACE inhibitor. The drug may be taken by mouth, or given through a vein (IV). The medicine makes the test more accura...
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Entropion is the turning in of an edge of an eyelid. This causes the lashes to rub against the eye. It most often is seen on the lower eyelid. Entropion can be present at birth (congenital). In babies, it rarely causes problems because the lashes are very soft and do not easily damage the eye. In older people, the cond...
What is (are) Entropion ?
Entropion is the turning in of an edge of an eyelid. This causes the lashes to rub against the eye. It most often is seen on the lower eyelid. Entropion can be present at birth (congenital). In babies, it rarely causes problems because the lashes are very soft and do not easily damage the eye. In older people, the cond...
What causes Entropion ?
Entropion is the turning in of an edge of an eyelid. This causes the lashes to rub against the eye. It most often is seen on the lower eyelid. Entropion can be present at birth (congenital). In babies, it rarely causes problems because the lashes are very soft and do not easily damage the eye. In older people, the cond...
What are the symptoms of Entropion ?
Entropion is the turning in of an edge of an eyelid. This causes the lashes to rub against the eye. It most often is seen on the lower eyelid. Entropion can be present at birth (congenital). In babies, it rarely causes problems because the lashes are very soft and do not easily damage the eye. In older people, the cond...
How to diagnose Entropion ?
Entropion is the turning in of an edge of an eyelid. This causes the lashes to rub against the eye. It most often is seen on the lower eyelid. Entropion can be present at birth (congenital). In babies, it rarely causes problems because the lashes are very soft and do not easily damage the eye. In older people, the cond...
What are the treatments for Entropion ?
Entropion is the turning in of an edge of an eyelid. This causes the lashes to rub against the eye. It most often is seen on the lower eyelid. Entropion can be present at birth (congenital). In babies, it rarely causes problems because the lashes are very soft and do not easily damage the eye. In older people, the cond...
What is the outlook for Entropion ?
Entropion is the turning in of an edge of an eyelid. This causes the lashes to rub against the eye. It most often is seen on the lower eyelid. Entropion can be present at birth (congenital). In babies, it rarely causes problems because the lashes are very soft and do not easily damage the eye. In older people, the cond...
What are the complications of Entropion ?
Entropion is the turning in of an edge of an eyelid. This causes the lashes to rub against the eye. It most often is seen on the lower eyelid. Entropion can be present at birth (congenital). In babies, it rarely causes problems because the lashes are very soft and do not easily damage the eye. In older people, the cond...
Do I need to see a doctor for Entropion ?
Entropion is the turning in of an edge of an eyelid. This causes the lashes to rub against the eye. It most often is seen on the lower eyelid. Entropion can be present at birth (congenital). In babies, it rarely causes problems because the lashes are very soft and do not easily damage the eye. In older people, the cond...
How to prevent Entropion ?
Sodium carbonate (known as washing soda or soda ash) is a chemical found in many household and industrial products. This article focuses on poisoning due to sodium carbonate. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to treat or manage an actual poison exposure. If you or someone you are with has an exposure,...
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Folate-deficiency anemia is a decrease in red blood cells (anemia) due to a lack of folate. Folate is a type of B vitamin. It is also called folic acid. Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. Folate (folic acid) is needed fo...
What is (are) Folate-deficiency anemia ?
Folate-deficiency anemia is a decrease in red blood cells (anemia) due to a lack of folate. Folate is a type of B vitamin. It is also called folic acid. Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. Folate (folic acid) is needed fo...
What causes Folate-deficiency anemia ?
Folate-deficiency anemia is a decrease in red blood cells (anemia) due to a lack of folate. Folate is a type of B vitamin. It is also called folic acid. Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. Folate (folic acid) is needed fo...
What are the symptoms of Folate-deficiency anemia ?
Folate-deficiency anemia is a decrease in red blood cells (anemia) due to a lack of folate. Folate is a type of B vitamin. It is also called folic acid. Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. Folate (folic acid) is needed fo...
How to diagnose Folate-deficiency anemia ?
Folate-deficiency anemia is a decrease in red blood cells (anemia) due to a lack of folate. Folate is a type of B vitamin. It is also called folic acid. Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. Folate (folic acid) is needed fo...
What are the treatments for Folate-deficiency anemia ?
Folate-deficiency anemia is a decrease in red blood cells (anemia) due to a lack of folate. Folate is a type of B vitamin. It is also called folic acid. Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. Folate (folic acid) is needed fo...
What is the outlook for Folate-deficiency anemia ?
Folate-deficiency anemia is a decrease in red blood cells (anemia) due to a lack of folate. Folate is a type of B vitamin. It is also called folic acid. Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. Folate (folic acid) is needed fo...
What are the complications of Folate-deficiency anemia ?
Folate-deficiency anemia is a decrease in red blood cells (anemia) due to a lack of folate. Folate is a type of B vitamin. It is also called folic acid. Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. Folate (folic acid) is needed fo...
Do I need to see a doctor for Folate-deficiency anemia ?
Folate-deficiency anemia is a decrease in red blood cells (anemia) due to a lack of folate. Folate is a type of B vitamin. It is also called folic acid. Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. Folate (folic acid) is needed fo...
How to prevent Folate-deficiency anemia ?
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition involving changes in part of the X chromosome. It is the most common form of inherited intellectual disability in boys. Fragile X syndrome is caused by a change in a gene called FMR1. A small part of the gene code is repeated several times in one area of the X chromosome. The m...
What is (are) Fragile X syndrome ?
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition involving changes in part of the X chromosome. It is the most common form of inherited intellectual disability in boys. Fragile X syndrome is caused by a change in a gene called FMR1. A small part of the gene code is repeated several times in one area of the X chromosome. The m...
What causes Fragile X syndrome ?
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition involving changes in part of the X chromosome. It is the most common form of inherited intellectual disability in boys. Fragile X syndrome is caused by a change in a gene called FMR1. A small part of the gene code is repeated several times in one area of the X chromosome. The m...
What are the symptoms of Fragile X syndrome ?
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition involving changes in part of the X chromosome. It is the most common form of inherited intellectual disability in boys. Fragile X syndrome is caused by a change in a gene called FMR1. A small part of the gene code is repeated several times in one area of the X chromosome. The m...
How to diagnose Fragile X syndrome ?
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition involving changes in part of the X chromosome. It is the most common form of inherited intellectual disability in boys. Fragile X syndrome is caused by a change in a gene called FMR1. A small part of the gene code is repeated several times in one area of the X chromosome. The m...
What are the treatments for Fragile X syndrome ?
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition involving changes in part of the X chromosome. It is the most common form of inherited intellectual disability in boys. Fragile X syndrome is caused by a change in a gene called FMR1. A small part of the gene code is repeated several times in one area of the X chromosome. The m...
Where to find support for people with Fragile X syndrome ?
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition involving changes in part of the X chromosome. It is the most common form of inherited intellectual disability in boys. Fragile X syndrome is caused by a change in a gene called FMR1. A small part of the gene code is repeated several times in one area of the X chromosome. The m...
What is the outlook for Fragile X syndrome ?
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition involving changes in part of the X chromosome. It is the most common form of inherited intellectual disability in boys. Fragile X syndrome is caused by a change in a gene called FMR1. A small part of the gene code is repeated several times in one area of the X chromosome. The m...
What are the complications of Fragile X syndrome ?
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition involving changes in part of the X chromosome. It is the most common form of inherited intellectual disability in boys. Fragile X syndrome is caused by a change in a gene called FMR1. A small part of the gene code is repeated several times in one area of the X chromosome. The m...
How to prevent Fragile X syndrome ?
Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when the body's blood sugar (glucose) decreases and is too low. Blood sugar below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is considered low. Blood sugar at or below this level can be harmful. The medical name of low blood sugar is hypoglycemia. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas. Insuli...
What is (are) Low blood sugar ?
Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when the body's blood sugar (glucose) decreases and is too low. Blood sugar below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is considered low. Blood sugar at or below this level can be harmful. The medical name of low blood sugar is hypoglycemia. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas. Insuli...
What causes Low blood sugar ?
Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when the body's blood sugar (glucose) decreases and is too low. Blood sugar below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is considered low. Blood sugar at or below this level can be harmful. The medical name of low blood sugar is hypoglycemia. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas. Insuli...
What are the symptoms of Low blood sugar ?
Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when the body's blood sugar (glucose) decreases and is too low. Blood sugar below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is considered low. Blood sugar at or below this level can be harmful. The medical name of low blood sugar is hypoglycemia. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas. Insuli...
How to diagnose Low blood sugar ?
Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when the body's blood sugar (glucose) decreases and is too low. Blood sugar below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is considered low. Blood sugar at or below this level can be harmful. The medical name of low blood sugar is hypoglycemia. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas. Insuli...
What are the treatments for Low blood sugar ?
Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when the body's blood sugar (glucose) decreases and is too low. Blood sugar below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is considered low. Blood sugar at or below this level can be harmful. The medical name of low blood sugar is hypoglycemia. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas. Insuli...
What are the complications of Low blood sugar ?
Low blood sugar is a condition that occurs when the body's blood sugar (glucose) decreases and is too low. Blood sugar below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) is considered low. Blood sugar at or below this level can be harmful. The medical name of low blood sugar is hypoglycemia. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas. Insuli...
Do I need to see a doctor for Low blood sugar ?
The aorta is a larger artery that carries blood from the heart to the vessels that supply the rest of the body with blood. If part of the aorta is narrowed, it is hard for blood to pass through the artery. This is called coarctation of the aorta. It is a type of birth defect. The exact cause of coarctation of the aort...
What is (are) Coarctation of the aorta ?
The aorta is a larger artery that carries blood from the heart to the vessels that supply the rest of the body with blood. If part of the aorta is narrowed, it is hard for blood to pass through the artery. This is called coarctation of the aorta. It is a type of birth defect. The exact cause of coarctation of the aort...
What causes Coarctation of the aorta ?
The aorta is a larger artery that carries blood from the heart to the vessels that supply the rest of the body with blood. If part of the aorta is narrowed, it is hard for blood to pass through the artery. This is called coarctation of the aorta. It is a type of birth defect. The exact cause of coarctation of the aort...
What are the symptoms of Coarctation of the aorta ?
The aorta is a larger artery that carries blood from the heart to the vessels that supply the rest of the body with blood. If part of the aorta is narrowed, it is hard for blood to pass through the artery. This is called coarctation of the aorta. It is a type of birth defect. The exact cause of coarctation of the aort...
How to diagnose Coarctation of the aorta ?
The aorta is a larger artery that carries blood from the heart to the vessels that supply the rest of the body with blood. If part of the aorta is narrowed, it is hard for blood to pass through the artery. This is called coarctation of the aorta. It is a type of birth defect. The exact cause of coarctation of the aort...
What are the treatments for Coarctation of the aorta ?
The aorta is a larger artery that carries blood from the heart to the vessels that supply the rest of the body with blood. If part of the aorta is narrowed, it is hard for blood to pass through the artery. This is called coarctation of the aorta. It is a type of birth defect. The exact cause of coarctation of the aort...
What is the outlook for Coarctation of the aorta ?