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Hepatic fever
A fever linked to the inflammation of the membranes surrounding the gallbladder and the bile ducts of the liver.
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Henoch’s purpura
A blood disorder marked by symptoms such as abdominal pain, vomiting blood, the presence of blood in stools, and a widespread skin rash consisting of tiny blood spots.
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Hemotherapy
Treatment involving the injection of blood.
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Hemorrhagic abscess
A collection of both blood and pus within an abscess.
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Hemoglobinuria fever
An intense manifestation of malaria linked to hematuria (bloody urine).
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Hematometra
A buildup of blood inside the uterus.
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Hematherapy
The therapy of illnesses using blood or plasma.
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Helminthic abscess
An abscess caused by a helminth worm.
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Seasonal hay fever
Technically, this isn’t a fever but rather allergic rhinitis. It’s caused by flower and grass pollens irritating the eye and nose linings, leading to inflammation, a persistently runny nose, and bouts of sneezing that can sometimes be uncontrollable. Treatment typically involves desensitization through injections and taking antihistamine medications.
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Harvest fever
A fever-causing illness that affects agricultural workers, caused by a spirochetal bacterium.
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