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… attack. The results of these tests are 80% or more of the expected value and vary little (PEF varies less than 20%) … attack. The results of these tests are 80% or more of the expected value and may vary a small amount (PEF varies 20% … tests are abnormal (more than 60% to less than 80% of the expected value), and PEF varies more than 30% from morning …
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… page: What is lactose intolerance? Lactose intolerance is a … or certain types of milk products without problems. What causes it? Lactose intolerance occurs when the small … or as part of a lifelong disease, such as cystic fibrosis . What are the symptoms? Symptoms of lactose intolerance can …
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… Disease On this page: What is mad cow disease and variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob … fatal. Over time, vCJD destroys the brain and spinal cord. What causes them? Experts are not sure what causes mad cow disease or variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob …
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… page: What are pulmonary (lung) nodules? Pulmonary (lung) nodules … nodule) or more than one (called multiple nodules). What causes them? Lung nodules may be caused by: A lung … tobacco smoke or asbestos. Sometimes a cause isn't found. What are the symptoms? A lung nodule might not cause any …
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… having this form with you when you talk with your doctor. What to bring to every appointment ___ Your blood sugar log. … caused by diabetes. These are some tests you may need. Test What it shows Guideline range Your result A1c How steady … your doctor. How often should I check my blood sugar?   What should I do if my blood sugar level is too low?   What
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… pregnant people and their newborn babies. They provide care during pregnancy, labour, birth and the postpartum period. Midwives … your designated most responsible provider in primary care during pregnancy, labour, delivery and the postpartum period …
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… learn to talk varies widely. But in general, you can expect your child to: Say a few words with one or two … as you leave. But he or she may not fully understand what is happening until you are gone. When parents … as you leave. But he or she may not fully understand what is happening until you are gone. When parents …
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… their first baby and ensures they both receive support during pregnancy and after the child is born up to two years of … visits Your nurse is available to visit every week or two during your pregnancy and after your child is born, until …
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… page: What is lumbar spondylosis? Spondylosis is age-related … cause of spine problems that can range from mild to severe. What causes it? As your body ages, the discs between the … down. The bones also wear down and can grow bone spurs. What are the symptoms? There are often no symptoms. When …
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… page: What is hyperkalemia? Hyperkalemia (say … and your nerves and muscles working as they should. What causes it? Hyperkalemia may be caused by problems with … to body tissues due to a severe injury or a heart attack. What are the symptoms? Symptoms vary. You may have a …