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What Is Type 2 Diabetes? for Teens
Teens with type 2 diabetes have to pay close attention to what they eat and do.
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Head Lice for Teens
Lice aren't dangerous, but they do spread from person to person easily. They can also be hard to get rid of. Find out how to prevent lice -- and what to do if someone you know has them.
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Lyme Disease for Teens
Lyme disease can be treated if it's caught early. Find out what causes it, how it's treated, and how to prevent it.
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Acanthosis Nigricans for Teens
Acanthosis nigricans is a darkening and thickening of the skin that can be a sign of other medical conditions. Find out more.
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) for Teens
In polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the ovaries produce higher than normal amounts of certain hormones, which can interfere with egg development and release. Learn how doctors diagnose and treat PCOS.
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What's the Difference Between a Treatment and a Cure? for Teens
Doctors can treat medical problems and sometimes cure them. But what's the difference between a "treatment" and a "cure"? Find out.
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Bruises for Teens
Learn about bruises, why they happen, how to make them go away faster, and why they turn all those funny colors.
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Gonorrhea for Teens
The STD gonorrhea can be very dangerous if it's not treated, even in someone who has mild or no symptoms. For information about how to protect yourself, read this article.
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Definition: Immunotherapy for Teens
This is a way of treating allergies with a series of regular allergy shots.
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Pneumonia for Teens
Pneumonia is a common lung infection that can usually be treated without a hospital stay.