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Diseases and Treatments

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Upper Respiratory Infection   show
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show Hyperactivity of the bronchi and bronchioles. Inflammation and swelling that narrows the lumen. Triggered by allergens, chemicals, cold air or stress. Treatment - corticosteroid drugs, brochodilator drugs or Oxygen.  
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Bronchitis   show
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show Blockage of a pulmonary artery or one of its branches by a embolus (occluding plug). Treatment: Oxygen Therapy or thrombolytic drugs  
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show Tuberculosis - Lung infection caused by bacteria and spread by airborne droplets and coughing. Resistant to regular antibiotic drugs  
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Pleurisy   show
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show bluish-gray discoloration of the skin because of very low oxygen levels and high carbon dioxide in the blood and tissues.  
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Anemia   show
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show Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome - Caused by HIV virus. Treatment: Antiretroviral drugs. ELISA - First screening test done for HIV. Western Blot: Used to confirm positive ELISA.  
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show Integestion  
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Peptic Ulcer   show
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Diverticulitis   show
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IBD   show
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show Irritable Bowl Syndrome - disorder of the function of the colon. Cramping. diarrhea bloating, Treatment: antidiarrheal drugs or fiber  
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Polyp   show
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Hematochezia   show
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Steatorrhea   show
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