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A 14-year-old female presented with a 1-week history of right-sided facial numbness. Ear pain on the affected side was the first symptom and was followed by progressive paresthesia. She was otherwise asymptomatic.
If patient presents with abnormal pigmentation, nail dystrophy, and leukoplakia, keep this entity in mind.
A 17-year-old girl being treated for mild acne, anxiety, and depression, presented with an ankle “bruise” related to an injury sustained 2 years earlier. Symptoms resolved with treatment, but the hyperpigmentation persisted. 
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Could there be a an explanation other than abuse for the rib fractures the chest film revealed? Answer and discussion here. 
A young woman complained of multiple nonpruritic lesions on her forearms and hands; the lesions had appeared suddenly, 2 weeks earlier.
These extremely painful sores recently developed on the lips of a young man being treated for Hodgkin lymphoma. 
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Ear infection is the most common cause of severe ear pain in young children. Here I offer a few home remedies based on cold and warmth that may help a parent soothe a cranky child. 
West Virginia (the state in which I practice) was not one of the 10 best places to live if you have autism, according to this year’s survey from Autism Speaks. Although thanks to a piece of legislation enacted this month, it is now a better place to live if you have autism. Your state can become better too.
In a conference last week, President Obama announced a new Web site http://stopbullying.gov to help raise awareness about the issue. This is part of an effort to encourage cooperation between government agencies and educators to protect children from bullying based on race, ethnicity, disability, or sexuality. Are you an advocate for prevention? Share your antibullying efforts with colleagues.Physicians Practice | Psychiatric Times | SearchMedica | Medical Resources
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