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A child has a rash on the face, arms, upper legs, and torso. It is splotchy and intensifies after being in the sun. The child does not complain of fever or itchiness. The signs and symptoms are consistent with


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Bipolar Disorder

A mental health condition marked by extreme mood swings, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).

Lithium

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