The symptoms of asthma may vary in different people and from one time to another. Symptoms also vary in their frequency. In some people, symptoms
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There are three main types of radiation therapy: external beam radiation, internal radiation and radiopharmaceuticals. Each of these types will be considered in more detail
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Treatment of neuroblastoma is aimed at increasing a child's survival, reducing the risk of recurrence and ensuring an as near-normal growth as possible of the
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A Cesarean section (C-section) is a surgery performed to deliver a baby via an incision made in the abdomen. This mode of delivery may be
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Laparoscopic surgery is a procedure that is used to examine the inside of the abdomen, without a large incision having to be made. The procedure
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The exact cause of Asperger syndrome is unknown and the pathology that underlies this condition is not well understood. However, research suggests that the factors
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Overlapping genes (OLGs) are two adjacent DNA segments that are partially or entirely overlapped with each other through a shared genomic location. These genes are
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When radiation therapy is used to treat cancerous cells in the body, it is important to measure the dose correctly to avoid unnecessary damage to
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Ménière's disease affects the inner ear and is characterized by attacks of vertigo, tinnitus, hearing loss and feelings of pressure within the ear. These attacks
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Seizures are a symptom of epilepsy. It is important to diagnose which type of epilepsy a person has in order to decide on the optimal
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