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Common Variable Immunodeficiency in Children What is common variable immunodeficiency in children? Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID) is an immunodeficiency problem that causes a child to have a low level of antibodies and a decreased responsiveness to some vaccines. This
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Atherosclerosis What is atherosclerosis? Atherosclerosis is thickening of the walls of the arteries. It is also known as hardening of the arteries. It is caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. Plaque is made up of deposits of fatty substances, cholesterol
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Diphtheria What is diphtheria? Diphtheria is an illness caused by bacteria. There are two types: Respiratory diphtheria. This type affects the throat, nose, and tonsils. Skin (cutaneous) diphtheria. This type affects the skin. It was a common childhood disease in the past. A
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Cindy Salm Bauer, MD
Division Chief and Medical Director, Allergy and Immunology; Co-Director, Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disease Clinic
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Pediatric Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship
The mission of our Pediatric Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship Program is to produce the next generation of pediatric clinical neurophysiologists. Our ACGME-accredited, 1-year clinical fellowship provides training in electroencephalography (EEG), nerve conduction studies and
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a set of symptoms caused by a problem with a woman’s hormones. It affects the ovaries. These are the small organs that store a woman’s eggs. But it can also affect the
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Overview of Diabetes Complications What complications are linked to diabetes? Complications linked to diabetes may include: Heart disease. This is often caused by an extra buildup of plaque on the inner wall of a blood vessel (atherosclerosis). The plaque buildup limits blood
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Early-Onset Alzheimer Disease What is early-onset Alzheimer disease? Alzheimer disease is the most common form of dementia. It affects your memory, thinking, and behavior. It often progresses to the point where it affects daily activities and functions. Alzheimer disease most
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Healthy Cooking Tips for People with Diabetes A healthy diet is not only key to correct diabetes management, but it also helps you stay at a healthy weight, control your blood pressure, and prevent heart disease and stroke. Always talk with your doctor or a registered dietitian