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Bronchiolitis caused by RSV can be one of the most frightening things a parent has to deal with in a young infant. It is the most common cause of respiratory illnesses in young children, affecting millions yearly.  Not only does it affect the very young, but it can also affect...

What are measles? Measles, also known as rubeola, is caused by a virus. It is an infectious disease that causes a red rash across the skin, fever, and with no cure, it can lead to permanent brain damage and/or death. Prior to the measles vaccine, over 2 million people around...

What is testosterone? It is a sex hormone that is produced by the testes under the control of hormones that come from the pituitary gland which sits right above your nose.  Testosterone is not only needed to turn boys into men, it is also needed to produce sperm. Women also...

What is a fever: A fever is anything over 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or 38 degrees Celsius. Anything less than that is not considered a fever in the medical field.   How to take a body temperature: RECTAL: This is the most accurate temperature because it is closest to the core body...