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… Use Disorders in Older Adults On this page: Overview Related Information Overview People who have … drunk longer, because their bodies process alcohol more slowly. May have vision and hearing problems and slower … problems or make them worse. These health problems include high blood pressure, ulcers, liver disease, anxiety, sleep …
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… Molar Pregnancy On this page: Related Information What is a molar … if you've had two or more. A history of miscarriage. A diet low in carotene. Carotene is a form of vitamin A. What are … diagnosed? Your doctor can find a molar pregnancy with: A blood test to measure your pregnancy hormones. A pelvic …
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… Scaphoid Fracture of the Wrist On this page: Overview Related Information Overview What is a scaphoid fracture of … need treatment to heal well. With proper treatment and follow-up, most scaphoid fractures will heal over time. Without … first few days, your doctor may tell you to keep your wrist higher than the level of your heart and to use cold packs or …
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… and Corns: Using Pumice Stones On this page: Overview Related Information Overview A pumice stone can be used to … deep, it can result in bleeding and infection. If you have diabetes, peripheral arterial disease , peripheral … deep, it can result in bleeding and infection. If you have diabetes, peripheral arterial disease , peripheral …
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… Lupus: Healthy Eating On this page: Overview Related Information Overview To date, no diet is known to … or refer you to a registered dietitian . Consider the following tips when you plan your daily diet: Avoid or cut down … supplements without your doctor's or dietitian's guidance. Related Information Healthy Eating Lupus (Systemic Lupus …
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… Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Medicines Surgery Related Information What is … reflux disease? Reflux means that stomach acid and juices flow from the stomach back up into the esophagus, the tube … may include chocolate, mint, alcohol, pepper, spicy foods, high-fat foods, or drinks with caffeine in them, such as …
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… Hot Flashes and Menopause On this page: Overview Related Information Overview A hot flash is a sudden … are the most common symptom of a woman's changing estrogen levels around the time of her last menstrual period ( … of post-menopause , when estrogen levels have dropped below a certain point. Sleep patterns usually improve within 6 …
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… Fasciitis: Resuming Your Training On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Plantar fasciitis in … sure that you have good-quality shoes, will usually allow your condition to improve. It may take several months … several weeks before you can return to running. footnote 1 Related Information Plantar Fasciitis Citations …
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… Body Mechanics On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Good body mechanics means … techniques . Slumping or slouching alone may not cause low back pain. But after the back has been strained or … and walk around. If you think that your back problems are related to your workspace, talk to your employer about …
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… Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For Your Appointment Related Information Check Your Symptoms Overview If you are … Anger and constant hostility keep your blood pressure high . And they increase your chances of having another … Your overall health . If you have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, or heart disease, you may need to pay …
