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Skin Tests What are skin tests? Skin tests may be done to diagnose rashes, moles, skin allergies, bacterial or fungal skin infections, and other conditions and diseases. Skin tests are also done to tell the difference between cancer (malignant) cells and noncancer (benign)
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Overview of Neck Masses in Children Neck masses (lumps) are common problems in babies and children. Some neck masses are present at birth (congenital). These result from abnormal formation that occurs in the early stages of a baby's development during pregnancy. Many neck masses
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Maternal and Fetal Testing Overview Most people have healthy pregnancies, and their babies are born without trouble. But if you have a high-risk pregnancy, you may need to be closely watched for possible problems. There are tests and procedures that can help keep track of your
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Anatomy: Fetus in Utero Amniotic sac. A thin-walled sac that surrounds the fetus during pregnancy. The sac is filled with liquid made by the fetus (amniotic fluid) and the membrane that covers the fetal side of the placenta (amnion). This protects the fetus from injury. It also
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Fibrocystic Breast Changes What are some common fibrocystic breast changes? Fibrocystic breast changes are symptoms you may feel in your breasts right before your period. Your breasts may feel lumpy, swollen, or sore. This is a very common condition. It is not a disease. It is
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Phoenix Children’s Promotes Chad Johnson to Oversee Medical Group Administrative Operations
Phoenix Children’s promotes Chad Johnson, Senior Vice President of Phoenix Children’s Care Network, to assume an expanded role with the health system, providing oversight for Phoenix Children’s Medical Group administrative operations.
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The Lungs in Pregnancy Respiratory system The respiratory system is made up of the organs involved in the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide. Its main job is to move fresh air (oxygen) into your body and move waste gases (carbon monoxide) out of your body. The system includes
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The Risks of Drug Use in Pregnancy Drugs like cocaine and marijuana can cause a lot of harm to a pregnancy. Many people of childbearing age in the United States use some form of drugs. Risks to the pregnant person If you use drugs during pregnancy, you raise your risk for: Anemia
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Cystic Fibrosis Overview What is cystic fibrosis? Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disease of the glands that make mucus and sweat. People with CF get a defective gene from both parents. People who have one defective gene from one parent are called carriers. They don't have
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Diagnosis of Cystic Fibrosis How is cystic fibrosis diagnosed? Newborns are screened for cystic fibrosis (CF) as part of each state's newborn screening program. If the results are positive, it does not mean your baby has cystic fibrosis. More tests are done as described below. In