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Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus

Compared with adults, children have a higher incidence of malar rash, anemia, leukocytopenia,27 and severe manifestations such as neurologic or renal involvement. A quarter to a half of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus may have these antibodies. Antiphospholipid antibodies increase the risks for blood clots and may be responsible for narrowing of (and irregularities in) …

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Facts about Christmas tree shop

Most stores are typically made to resemble older buildings, in Colonial, Victorian, or even Old English barn styles (such as the Sagamore, Mass., Pembroke, Mass. and Warwick, R.I. stores). Christmas Tree Shop is telling customers it is moving back to 420 Harry L Drive in Johnson City, near Toys “R” Us. The popular discount chain, …

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Testing signs of pneumonia

Your body’s immune system usually keeps bacteria from infecting your lungs. The diagnosis of influenza-like illness can be made based on the presenting signs of pneumonia however verification of an influenza infection requires testing. If you develop a severe respiratory illness after travel to these areas or are taking care of someone who has, contact …

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Acute signs of appendicitis

Appendicitis typically starts with a pain in the middle of your abdomen (tummy) that may come and go. In the acute form of the illness, the signs of appendicitis are easier to detect, but they usually occur after the development of complications. The pain can become more acute and sharper as the nearby tissues get …

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Breast actives and silicone gel

For silicone gel and saline-filled implants, some causes of rupture or deflation include: damage by surgical instruments during surgery, overfilling or underfilling of the implant with saline solution, capsular contracture, closed capsulotomy, stresses such as trauma or intense physical manipulation. Other women have seen great improvement in their breasts just within the first few days …

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