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Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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What is rhabdomyolysis? Rhabdomyolysis (say "rab-doh-my-AH-luh-suss") is a rare but serious muscle problem. When you have it, your muscle cells break down, or dissolve. The contents of those cells leak into the blood. When it's in the blood, that material can travel to various parts of the body and cause...
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What is antidepressant withdrawal? Antidepressant withdrawal is a problem that can happen if you stop taking your antidepressant too quickly. It can make you feel sick. This problem is sometimes called "antidepressant discontinuation syndrome" or "SSRI discontinuation syndrome." The symptoms may not be pleasant, but...
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Myoglobin is a protein found in heart tissue and other muscles. It is released into the blood after damage to the heart or other muscles. Damage can occur from a serious event such as a heart attack or a burn. Myoglobin can be checked with a blood test or a...
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Learn what bronchoscopy is and how it is done.
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For many people, diabetes leads to serious health problems. These life-changing conditions bring with them new medical decisions and plans. Medical decisions are very personal. Different people handle them in different ways. "In the past year, I've learned I have kidney disease from my diabetes. Wow. My wife and I...
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Chikungunya (say "chick-un-GOON-ya") is a viral infection spread to humans by mosquitoes. You're more likely to get this infection if you travel to parts of the world where it's more common. This includes parts of Africa, Europe, and Asia, and...
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Blood and urine are often tested to find the cause of health problems. But other body fluids also can be tested. Most of these fluids help organs and joints—and the membranes around them—move smoothly. Sometimes a health problem can cause too much fluid to build up in part of the...
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Learn what you can do to help with throat pain and eating challenges caused by cancer treatment.
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Learn about the treatment options for PTSD.