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What is chicken pox? Chicken pox is a common childhood viral illness. What causes chicken pox? It is caused by a virus called varicella. What are the symptoms of chicken pox? It starts with red bumps that become small, yellowish blisters affecting the whole body, including the mouth and genitals...
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Warts are very common growths on the skin caused by an infection with a virus called human papilloma virus (HPV). They do not usually cause any problems but can sometimes catch on things (such as clothing), which can be painful. They sometimes make people feel embarrassed because of how they look....
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A resource by Crohn’s and Colitis UK about Covid-19.
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A resource by the Children’s Liver Disease Foundation about Hepatitis C. There are different types of Hepatitis C, and there are different treatments for each.
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A resource by the Children’s Liver Disease Foundation about Hepatitis B. Hepatitis means inflammation of the liver, if the liver is inflamed or damaged it may not work properly. You can download both their parents and guardians, and their children and young peoples leaflets from their...
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What is meningitis? Meningitis is the inflammation of the ‘meninges’. The meninges are a layer that surrounds the brain and spinal cord that protect them from infection and damage. In most cases, meningitis is caused by viruses and bacteria. Since vaccines were introduced against some...
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What is croup? Croup is a general term applied to symptoms resulting from swelling of the larynx (voice box). It is commonly caused by a viral infection and occurs mainly in the autumn and winter months. Young children between the ages of 3 months and 3 years are affected. It tends to affect boys...
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