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… Medicine W. David Colby IV MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise … Medicine & W. David Colby IV MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease This information does not replace the advice of a … Medicine W. David Colby IV MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
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… blood pressure , high cholesterol , and coronary artery disease . The following table shows the risk. Body mass index (BMI) and the risk for diseases Classification BMI Waist size and relative risk Men: less than … are not getting sufficient nutrition (malnutrition). Complications of malnutrition include anemia, nutrient deficiency, …
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… cramps. This type of problem is called peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Cholesterol problems may also develop if you have diabetic kidney disease , even in the early stages when your kidney is … cramps. This type of problem is called peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Cholesterol problems may also develop if you …
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… High-altitude sickness preventive medicine Water purification tablets or water filtering system … Medicine W. David Colby IV MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise … High-altitude sickness preventive medicine Water purification tablets or water filtering system …
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… Information Overview Many people worry about getting a disease like hepatitis or HIV from an accidental needle … with antiseptics or bleach. Additionally, the BC Centre for Disease Control recommends allowing the wound to bleed … developed . … Overview Many people worry about getting a disease like hepatitis or HIV from an accidental needle …
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… Care Hospital Discharge Planning Hospital Patient Advocates How to Get Rid of Medicines Immunizations: Questions … Record of My Medicines and How Well They Work Reducing Medication Costs Regular Checkup for a Child Regular Checkup for … Should I Take Shots for Insect Sting Allergies? Alzheimer's Disease: Should I Take Medicines? Arthritis: Should I Have …
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… can learn to recognize. A cough is only a symptom, not a disease. Often, you can't tell how serious the problem is … , bronchitis , sinusitis , or tuberculosis . Chronic lung disease. A productive cough could be a sign that a disease such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) …
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… the heat. Problems that affect the blood vessels (vascular disease) may include peripheral arterial disease , … includes things like artificial joints, plates or screws, catheters, and medicine pumps. Yes Diabetes, immune … includes things like artificial joints, plates or screws, catheters, and medicine pumps. Yes Diabetes, immune …
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… of the inner ear, such as labyrinthitis , Ménière's disease , or motion sickness. Radiation therapy . Nausea or vomiting also may be a symptom of a problem or a disease, such as: Liver disease ( hepatitis or cirrhosis ). Inflammation of the …
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… a hormone called CRH. CRH tells the pituitary gland , located beneath the brain, to make a hormone called ACTH. ACTH … act like cortisol in your body. They are used to treat many diseases, including lupus, asthma, and rheumatoid arthritis. … a hormone called CRH. CRH tells the pituitary gland , located beneath the brain, to make a hormone called ACTH. ACTH …
