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Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (A1AD; Alpha-1; AATD)
Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency is an inherited disease which affects the liver and lungs. A genetic mutation causes chronic liver disease and emphysema.
13 Sep 2003
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory infection in babies and children. It causes bronchitis and, in serious cases, pneumonia.
18 Jul 2003
Whooping cough (pertussis)
Whooping cough is a highly contagious, vaccine-preventable bacterial infection of the respiratory tract which causes a distinctive cough and whooping sound.
18 Jul 2003
Chicken pox (varicella zoster virus)
Chicken pox is a contagious, vaccine-preventable infection by the varicella zoster virus. It causes an itchy, red, lumpy rash and is common in children.
16 Jul 2003
Myelofibrosis (myelosclerosis)
Myelofibrosis is a bone marrow disorder which may be idiopathic or secondary to diseases like leukaemia. It causes enlarged liver and enlarged spleen.
15 Jul 2003
Drug abuse (substance abuse)
Drug and substance abuse is a psychological illness characterised by misuse of or dependence on drugs like cocaine, ice, ecstasy or hallucinogens.
14 Jul 2003
Polycythaemia
Polycythaemia is a blood disorder characterised by excessive red blood cells, haemoglobin and packed cell volume, often caused by lack of oxygen.
03 Jul 2003
Anaemia of chronic disease
Anaemia is a blood disorder in which there is not enough haemoglobin to transport of oxygen. It may occur due to chronic disease or iron…
02 Jul 2003
