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Eosinophilic esophagitis is an inflammatory disorder in which the wall of the esophagus becomes filled with large numbers of eosinophils, a type of white blood cell. Learn more: msdmnls.co/3TbFCRh

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The USDA confirms that the New World screwworm (NWS) fly has arrived in south Texas. The fly produces larvae that can cause a parasitic infestation in animals. Pets, livestock, and wild animals are vulnerable to infestation. Learn more: msdmanuals.com/home/quick-fa…

Certain types of arrhythmias are due to a localized abnormal area in the heart’s electrical system. Destroying or removing that area (ablation) can sometimes eliminate the arrhythmia. Learn more: msdmnls.co/4cGPV6Q

A suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has killed three people and sickened at least three others according to the World Health Organization. Hantavirus is a viral disease that is spread from rodents to people. Learn more: msdmnls.co/4eZVVJh

Ischemic optic neuropathy is damage of the optic nerve caused by a blockage of its blood supply. The only constant symptom is painless vision loss, which is usually sudden. Learn more: msdmnls.co/4eND97O

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Angina is temporary chest pain or a sensation of pressure that occurs while the heart muscle is not receiving enough oxygen. Angina most typically occurs in response to exertion and is relieved by rest. Learn more: msdmnls.co/3QvDRJu

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To distinguish most flavors, the brain needs information about both smell and taste. Learn more: msdmnls.co/4eKZnp0

Parkinson disease is the second most common degenerative disorder of the central nervous system after Alzheimer disease. Learn the first symptoms to watch for: msdmnls.co/40dg8Dm

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Brain injury after a person has been struck by lightning usually causes loss of consciousness. If brain damage is severe, coma may develop. Learn more: msdmnls.co/44bs5Mg

Passed down from parent to child, Huntington disease an autosomal dominant disorder, meaning just one copy of the abnormal gene can cause the disease. Learn more: msdmnls.co/3I1wHvT

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Trisomy 21, or Down syndrome, is usually caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. It’s a genetic condition that affects development, but with early intervention and the right support, most children survive to adulthood. Learn more: msdmnls.co/45PcR0G

Hemophilia is a hereditary bleeding disorder caused by several different gene abnormalities. People can bleed unexpectedly or after minor injuries, and it occurs almost exclusively in males. Learn more: msdmnls.co/4lvvoU9

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