Heart, Blood and Circulation

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Trying to figure out the genetics of human blood types can be confusing. Check out Dr. Greene’s Guide To Understanding... »

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Anemia occurs when the production of red blood cells is insufficient, when too many red blood cells are destroyed, or... »
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There are many types of congenital heart disease. They can be very mild, or they can be quite serious. Some require... »
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Congenital hypothyroidism occurs around the world, but is fairly uncommon. It is twice as common in girls as in boys.... »
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Diphtheria is a bacterial illness that has been known to plague children since the 4th century B.C. The bacteria can... »
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Hemophilia A (factor VIII deficiency) and hemophilia B (factor IX deficiency) are both hereditary bleeding disorders... »
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Blood can flow from the nose for many reasons, most of which are not serious. Moreover, the amount of blood lost from... »
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Rheumatic fever is a serious inflammatory disease that can follow untreated or inadequately treated streptococcal... »
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Sickle cell disease is caused by a genetic variation of hemoglobin, the molecule that carries oxygen in the red blood... »

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