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A to Z Symptom: Dizziness for Parents
Dizziness refers to feelings of lightheadedness, imbalance, or vertigo (the sensation that one’s surroundings are spinning or moving).
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A to Z Symptom: Vertigo for Parents
See Dizziness.
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Balance Disorders for Parents
Most kids stumble and fall from time to time, but a child who often loses their balance might have a balance disorder.
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Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) for Parents
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) happens when the autonomic nervous system — which controls things like heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing — doesn't work as it should.
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A to Z Symptom: Fainting for Parents
In most cases, fainting is not a sign of a dangerous problem, but should still be discussed with a doctor.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for Parents
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disease. It's a physical condition that also can also affect a person emotionally.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for Teens
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disease for doctors to diagnose — and even fully understand. Find out more about this often misunderstood condition.
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Eardrum Injuries for Teens
Perforated eardrums can really hurt. And if you can't hear as well as usual, they can be scary. The good news is, most people who have them get all their hearing back eventually.
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Ototoxicity (Ear Poisoning) for Parents
Ototoxicity is when a person develops hearing or balance problems. Learn about this side effect of taking certain medicines.
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Dehydration for Teens
Dehydration is when the amount of water in the body has dropped too low. Read about what causes dehydration, what it does to your body, and how to prevent it.