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… can use this information to come up with an activity plan. How active are you? Describe what you do to stretch, strengthen, and move your body. Write down how often and how long you do each activity. What would you like to do? …
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… growths or lumps in the thyroid gland . This gland controls how your body uses energy. Most thyroid nodules are not … symptoms of hypothyroidism (too little thyroid hormone). How are they diagnosed? If your doctor thinks you have a … will ask you if you have symptoms or about any changes in how you've been feeling. You may have tests to see how well …
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… ). How are the viruses spread? How a human first got one of these viruses is not known. … to the virus. But most people see symptoms in 8 to 10 days. How is an Ebola or Marburg virus infection treated? There is …
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… It happens when trying to use the affected body part. How is it diagnosed? There is no one test to diagnose … tremor. Your doctor may ask about your family history and how long you've had the shaking. Your doctor will watch how you move and check your muscle strength and reflexes. …
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… problems like itching, sores, or changes in skin colour. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor can diagnose venous … a type of ultrasound test (duplex Doppler) to find out how well blood is flowing in your legs. How is venous insufficiency treated? Your doctor may …
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… someone, turn a doorknob, lift weights, or flex your wrist. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor may ask about your health. … certain ways to see if that causes pain. These tests will show the doctor if your pain is in your elbow and where in the elbow it is. How is golfer's elbow treated? The goal of treatment is to …
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… . Some cancers, including leukemia and Hodgkin lymphoma . How are they diagnosed? Your doctor will ask questions about … your sweating and your health history. You may be asked: How often you have night sweats and how long they last. If you are taking a new medicine. If you …
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… or your dentures fit poorly Changes in your voice Dry mouth How is it diagnosed? Your dentist or doctor may look closely … These tests may include a biopsy , an X-ray, or an MRI . How is oral cancer treated? Treatment for oral cancer is … with you about your options and then make a treatment plan. How can you prevent it? The following steps may help prevent …
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… of generalized anxiety disorder is not known. Some studies show that it might be passed through the family (genetic). … startled easily. Having problems falling or staying asleep. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about your health and how often you worry or feel anxious. People with generalized …
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… cry or laugh for no reason and may have trouble controlling how long or intensely you cry or laugh. You may also feel none of the usual relief after crying or laughing. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor can diagnose PBA based on … is sometimes mistaken for depression or bipolar disorder. How is pseudobulbar affect (PBA) treated? PBA is treated …