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Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A

There is no specific treatment for hepatitis A. Your child's body will clear up the infection on its own. In most cases, your child's liver will heal completely ...

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Hepatitis A: The Disease & Vaccines

Hepatitis A: The Disease & Vaccines

If an unvaccinated person 1 year of age or older is exposed to hepatitis A, they should get one dose of hepatitis A vaccine within 2 weeks of exposure. This ...

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Guillain-Barre Syndrome in Children

Guillain-Barre Syndrome in Children

The exact cause of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is unknown. Theories suggest that GBS is an autoimmune disorder (where the body's immune system fights or ...

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Hepatitis B: The Disease & Vaccines

Hepatitis B: The Disease & Vaccines

The hepatitis B vaccine is given to prevent the severe liver disease that can develop when people are infected with hepatitis B virus. The ...

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