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… Surgery Now, or Should I Wait? Inguinal Hernia: Surgery in Adults How Well It Works Laparoscopic surgery for inguinal … Surgery Now, or Should I Wait? Inguinal Hernia: Surgery in Adults How Well It Works Laparoscopic surgery for inguinal …
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… (hydrocelectomy) may be needed. Congenital Hydrocele Epididymitis Male Genital Problems and … (hydrocelectomy) may be needed. Congenital Hydrocele Epididymitis Male Genital Problems and …
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… and puberty. Also, the septum can be deviated at birth (congenital) or because of an injury, such as a broken nose. … and puberty. Also, the septum can be deviated at birth (congenital) or because of an injury, such as a broken nose. …
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… be one of the things doctors use to check on your risk of heart attack and stroke. The Canadian Cardiovascular Society … this test if you are younger and have risk factors for heart disease. footnote 1 How often to be screened How often … your other health problems, and your overall chance of heart disease. An adult who is being treated for high …
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… metabolic conditions Last updated January 29, 2025 Many adults in Canada live with metabolic conditions: Obesity … other health conditions: Obesity increases the risk of heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes. Diabetes also increases the risk of heart disease and stroke as well as kidney failure, and leg …
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… help to prevent and treat many chronic conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Moving more and sitting … people of every age and ability level. Only 16% of Canadian adults are active enough to meet the recommended levels of … the health benefits. Regular physical activity can: Improve heart health Strengthen bones and muscles Improve sleep …
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… fih-bruh-LAY-shun") is a common type of irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). Normally, the heart beats in a strong, steady rhythm. In atrial fibrillation, a problem with the heart's electrical system causes the two upper chambers of …
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… Information Overview There are several types of slow heart rates (bradycardias or bradyarrhythmias). Each type … Sinus bradycardia When a person has sinus bradycardia, the heart rate is less than 60 beats per minute. This slow heart rate might be normal. This type of slow heart rate is …
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… atomoxetine can reduce ADHD symptoms in children and adults. The non-stimulant medicine clonidine combined with a … Most medicines for ADHD come with a warning about possible heart-related or mental health problems. Be sure to tell … your doctor if your child has any heart problems, heart defects, or mental health problems or if there is a family …
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… iron. This causes iron to build up in the blood, liver, heart, pancreas, joints, skin, and other organs. In its … (cirrhosis), darkening of the skin, diabetes, infertility, heart failure, irregular heartbeats (arrhythmia), and arthritis. But many people do …