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Gimenez-Arnau and colleagues [98] reported the first case, that of a patient who developed generalized eczematous dermatitis 3 weeks after undergoing an AAA repair with a straight Vanguard endograft.

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There are several types of anxiety medications to consider, but selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are the most commonly prescribed medication for teens. Many would agree that the ...

The changes in his breasts will calm down and any swelling usually reduces when he reaches full sexual maturity, generally after a year or two. Overweight boys often look as though they have ...

Swollen finger joints are frequently the result of inflammation caused by an infection, injury, or disease. The swelling may be due to a chronic (persistent or recurrent) condition, like ...

An itchy rash with blisters can be caused by an allergic reaction; an autoimmune disorder; a bacterial, fungal, or viral infection; and trauma to the skin. Figuring out the trigger is key to relief ...

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