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Breath-holding

Breath-holding

voluntary or involuntary cessation of breathing; often seen in young children as a response to frustration.


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... and was constantly in and out of hospital. Nothing would digest, i was hardly eating and when i did, i would suffer... abdominal pains, bloating, breathing difficulties, fatigue, joint pains. brain fogg to name a few. As time went on i learnt i had more then I.B.S it was many food intolorances. ...

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Wed Jul 15, 2009 4:21 pm
 
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Biology Experts, Help!

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by cnmuthana
Sat Jul 11, 2009 6:43 am
 
Forum: Human Biology
Topic: Biology Experts, Help!
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Why do Africans have large noses and lips?

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by kolean
Sat Jul 04, 2009 3:37 am
 
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Topic: Why do Africans have large noses and lips?
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Biology Experts, Help!

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by MrMistery
Sat Jun 13, 2009 11:29 am
 
Forum: Human Biology
Topic: Biology Experts, Help!
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