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It is not known whether AHC is a progressive disease, but severe attacks are suspected to cause damage which results in permanent loss of function. [7] 100% of children studied in the USA have had some form of mental impairment, which is usually described as mild to moderate, [4] but varies greatly among individuals.
Hirschsprung's disease (HD or HSCR) is a birth defect in which nerves are missing from parts of the intestine. [1] [3] The most prominent symptom is constipation. [1] Other symptoms may include vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea and slow growth. [1] Most children develop signs and symptoms shortly after birth.
As a result of cholinergic crisis, the muscles stop responding to the high synaptic levels of ACh, leading to flaccid paralysis, respiratory failure, and other signs and symptoms reminiscent of organophosphate poisoning. Other symptoms include increased sweating, salivation, bronchial secretions along with miosis (constricted pupils).
Acetylcholine (often abbreviated ACh) is a neurotransmitter whose receptors are proteins found in synapses and other cell membranes. Besides responding to their primary neurochemical, neurotransmitter receptors can be sensitive to a variety of other molecules.
The term childhood disease refers to disease that is contracted or becomes symptomatic before the age of 18 or 21 years old. Many of these diseases can also be contracted by adults. Some childhood diseases include:
About 30,000 cases of Lyme disease are reported to the CDC annually, but researchers estimate the true number of cases each year in the US is closer to 329,000. ️Ease the aches: If you suspect ...
Arkansas Children's Research Institute (ACRI) is a free-standing pediatric research center on the ACH campus. [10] The center is designed to help faculty members from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences investigate disease development and treatment in infants, children and adolescents.
Regular screenings for high blood pressure can help determine whether you’re at risk of health issues such as heart disease and stroke. A stroke, for example, can cause serious brain damage.