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1. Bone Marrow Tx in Kids May Lead to Eye Problems. Eye complications from hematopoietic stem cell transplantation are common in pediatric patients, although usually mild.
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3. PTSD Often Seen With Breast Cancer Diagnosis. Nearly a quarter of women newly diagnosed with breast cancer experienced post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), with blacks, Asians, and women younger than 50 reporting distress more often.
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