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… of Lyme Disease On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Misdiagnosis of Lyme disease is common. … some point during their lives, but the infection may not be active and may not cause any illness. People may test … Disease Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Acclimating to the Heat On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Acclimation helps you remain active in a hot environment with less risk of a heat-related … Illnesses Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… Paget's Disease On this page: Surgery Overview Related Information Surgery Overview Osteotomy and Paget's disease … deformed or damaged bone to an area where there is more or healthier bone. In Paget's disease , bone tissue breakdown … from the upper thigh bone (femur). Osteotomy may allow an active person to postpone a total joint replacement for a …
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… up body fat. Adaptation Date: 9/19/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC … HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this …
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… Realistic Expectations On this page: Overview Related Information Overview It is important to have realistic … They will not restore a joint to the function it had before the arthritis began. Pain relief is the most dependable … Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… Dissecans of a Joint On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) is a … may be discovered by accident if an X-ray is taken for another reason. Symptoms of OCD may include: Pain. … Injuries Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… COPD and Sex On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Here are some ideas for making the most … Let your partner know when you need them to take the more active role. Stop and rest if you have trouble breathing. … With Aging Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Stroke: Memory Tips On this page: Overview Related Information Overview A stroke often causes memory problems. If … with memory problems can remember only small amounts of information at a time (short retention span). Give the person … Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… High Blood Pressure On this page: Overview Related Information Overview In isolated systolic high blood pressure … lower your blood pressure. Lifestyle changes include eating healthy with the DASH diet, losing weight, being active, limiting sodium, and limiting alcohol. Depending how …
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… and Sexual Problems On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Problems with sexual function in people … Sometimes changes in medicine or exercise or treatment for depression may be all that is needed to solve these … Disease Current as of: August 25, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …