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common symptoms (Stacy Maloon)

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show excessive perspiration  
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show a red appearance to the skin, which generally affects the face and neck. this is commonly present with a fever  
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jaundice   show
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rash   show
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show an abnormally slow pulse rate (less than 60 bpm.)  
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show a decrease in the amount of water in the body. the patient has a flushed appearance, dry skin and decreased output of urine.  
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show the retention of fluid in the tissues, resulting in swelling. skin over the area is tight. this is most easily observed in the extremities.  
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show an abnormally fast heart beat (greater than 100 bpm.)  
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anorexia   show
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constipation   show
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show the passage of an increased number of loose, watery stools. the fecal material moves rapidly through the intestinal tract, resulting in decreased absorption by the body of water, electrolytes and nutrients.  
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flatulence   show
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show a sensation of discomfort in the stomach with a feeling that vomiting may occur.  
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vomiting   show
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cough   show
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cyanosis   show
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dyspnea   show
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show hemorrhaging from the nose (nosebleed).  
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chills   show
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show involuntary contractions of the muscles.  
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show a body temperature that is higher than normal.  
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headache   show
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show a vague sense of body discomfort, weakness, and fatigue, often marking the onset of a disease and continuing through the course of the illness.  
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show irritation of pain receptors, resulting of distress or suffering; it is an important indication that a part of the body is not working properly.  
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pruritus   show
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vertigo   show
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