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… most older adults to some degree. The most frequent cause of age-related hearing loss is the natural breakdown of … such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes, or other problems with blood movement (circulation) may also … voice. You hear ringing, roaring, hissing, or other sounds in your ears (tinnitus). Tinnitus may increase …
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… It Works Risks Surgery Overview Resection is another name for any operation that removes tissue or part of … Next > slide 3 of 5, Bowel section removed, Resection is another name for any operation that removes tissue or part of … the intestine and repair the colostomy. This is often because the intestine does not heal well enough to be rejoined. …
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… in one area, such as language. But they may be behind in another area, such as sensory and motor development. … be able to recognize a written letter singled out from the others. Yet, some 3-year-olds show great interest in and … words quickly. Most recognize and can name common objects. Use plurals, such as "books" for more than one book. And …
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… Overview Vasoconstrictor medicines are used to treat sudden (acute) bleeding from enlarged veins … irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias), headache, or dizziness. Other side effects from long-term use of these medicines may … irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias), headache, or dizziness. Other side effects from long-term use of these medicines may …
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… being active often may help you feel better. If you have other health issues like coronary artery disease, talk to … an activity that you enjoy, and stay with it. Vary it with other activities so you don't get bored. Whatever activities … or jog in place. Take a walk at lunchtime or after dinner. Use the stairs instead of the elevator. Walk to a …
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… Last updated August 11, 2013 Babies generally cry because they're hungry, uncomfortable, sick, hurt or looking for … in a blanket. Sing to your baby or play soft music or other relaxing sounds. Offer a soother or teething ring. Offer a favourite blanket or soft …
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… Overview Overview Insulin is used to treat people who have diabetes. How quickly insulin … will be different depending on the type of insulin you use. Other factors that can affect insulin and your blood sugar … there are 100 units of insulin in one millilitre of fluid. Other strengths include U-200, U-300, and U-500. For …
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… Failure: Symptom Record On this page: Overview Overview Use this form to describe the severity of your heart failure … or feeling like you might faint   Not sleeping well   Other symptoms   Current as of: September 7, 2022 … or feeling like you might faint   Not sleeping well   Other symptoms   Current as of: September 7, 2022 …
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… tell that person? Dr. Keller: This really depends on the cause. If it appears the pain is because of a strain or … with pain. Some people have a high tolerance for pain; others have a lower tolerance. If someone is very sensitive … will examine you and may consider doing an X-ray or some other test, but it may not be necessary. If you are not …
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… Overview Problems with the fallopian tubes are a leading cause of infertility in women. Tubal blockage may be caused … can be linked with a ruptured appendix . Tubal ligation or other types of surgery. Endometriosis . This is a common … can be linked with a ruptured appendix . Tubal ligation or other types of surgery. Endometriosis . This is a common …