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How Plasma Swaps Affect Blood Thinners: A Real-Life Example

January 7, 2026

In the world of medicine, doctors often use special treatments to help patients. One such treatment is called therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE). It's like a swap, where some of the liquid part of the blood, called plasma, is taken out and replaced with a different kind of plasma. This can help with

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A Glimmer of Hope for Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome

December 19, 2025

Lesch-Nyhan syndrome (LNS) is a tough condition to deal with. It's caused by a problem with the HPRT1 gene, leading to high uric acid levels and serious brain issues, like self-harm. Usually, doctors try to fix this with stem cell transplants, but it's not always successful. In this case, a baby wa

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Unraveling a Rare Gastrointestinal Mystery

July 9, 2025

Meckel's Diverticulum is a condition that affects a small percentage of people, roughly between 0. 3% and 2. 9%. It's a congenital defect that can sometimes lead to painless lower gastrointestinal bleeding. While this is a common issue in children, it's quite rare in adults. The reason? Adults have

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Unusual Growth in the Nose: A Rare Medical Mystery

July 9, 2025

In the world of medicine, there are some conditions that are so rare, they can catch even the most experienced doctors off guard. One such case involves a peculiar type of tumor called a schwannoma, which is usually benign and comes from the protective coverings of nerves. Most schwannomas are found

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When Two Rare Conditions Collide: A Medical Puzzle

June 27, 2025

Handling pheochromocytoma during surgery is tough. The body's blood pressure can go haywire. But here's a twist: sometimes, it's linked to another rare condition called Takotsubo syndrome. This makes things even trickier for doctors. First, let's talk about pheochromocytoma. It's a tumor that messe

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Unraveling the Mystery of Fainting Spells

June 24, 2025

Fainting, or syncope, is a common issue with many possible causes. Some are harmless, while others can be serious. To figure out what's going on, doctors need to ask lots of questions. They want to know how often it happens, what triggers it, and if there are any warning signs. It's not always easy

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Dexamethasone Overuse and Its Impact on Knee Health

June 23, 2025

In Eastern Morocco, a 32-year-old woman faced severe knee issues. She had been using high doses of dexamethasone for a long time. This led to a serious condition called osteonecrosis in both her knees. This condition can cause the knee joint to break down over time, making it hard to move around.

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Measles Returns to Utah: A Wake-Up Call for Vaccination

June 21, 2025

A measles case has popped up in Utah County, marking the first local infection in at least two years. This news has health officials on high alert, urging people to be vigilant about symptoms and vaccination status. The infected individual, an adult between 20 and 40, was not vaccinated and had no r

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Unusual Genetic Mix: A Girl's Health Journey

May 28, 2025

A young girl's health story has caught the eye of medical experts. She was born with a mix of rare conditions. These included issues with hormone production and a blockage in her rectum. Her case is unique because it involves a specific gene mutation. This gene is known as Fibroblast growth factor r

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Eye Trouble After Whiplash: What Happens Inside?

April 24, 2025

First, let's talk about whiplash. It's not just about neck pain. Sometimes, it can mess with your eyes too. This is called whiplash maculopathy. It's a mouthful, but it's important to know about. It happens when the sudden back-and-forth movement of the neck affects the macula. That's the part of th