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… radical inguinal orchiectomy. The doctor makes a cut in the lower belly. The testicle or testicles are removed and the … done and carries the possibility of side effects. They are related to the loss of testosterone after the removal of … done and carries the possibility of side effects. They are related to the loss of testosterone after the removal of …
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… as much heat energy. They also have less body fat. Their blood vessels do not narrow (constrict) and conserve body … of a stroke . Alzheimer's disease . Parkinson's disease . Diabetes . Heart failure . Poor nutrition. Multiple … of a stroke . Alzheimer's disease . Parkinson's disease . Diabetes . Heart failure . Poor nutrition. Multiple …
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… and reduces the chance of injury. A warm-up can be any low intensity aerobic activity that uses your body's large … increase your speed so your heart rate rises and more blood flows to your muscles. For example, start walking at a slow
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… part of your intestine. Food will no longer go through the lower part of your stomach or the first part of your … or nausea and may sometimes vomit. If you drink a lot of high-calorie liquid such as soda or fruit juice, you may not … you have a life-threatening or disabling problem that is related to your weight. It is important to think of this …
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… in your neck, one in your upper back, and one in your lower back. Then practice with some simple exercises, like: … breath. Lie on your back, or prop yourself up on several pillows. Put one hand on your belly and the other on your … —one in your neck, one in your upper back, and one in your lower back. Your spine should be in this neutral position …
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… basis. Have regular medical tests. These may include blood tests, such as chemistry screens and complete blood … waiting may be an option for you if: Your lymphoma is slow-growing (indolent or low-grade). Your lymphoma may be a kind that does not …
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… Surgery Overview Trabeculotomy is a surgical procedure that lowers the pressure in the eye. The surgeon will locate the … permanent loss of central vision. Infection in the eye. High pressure in the eye, causing the space in the front … permanent loss of central vision. Infection in the eye. High pressure in the eye, causing the space in the front …
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… have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this … have it done a second time. Repeated ablations may have a higher chance of success. Most people do well after a … closely after the procedure. The most common problems are related to the catheter that was inserted in a vein. …
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… to tell him about the test results. His cholesterol was too high. "My first thought was that I would file this away for … need to get on top of this. Your age and your cholesterol levels raise your risk of having a heart attack or a … talked about his risk. They decided that he could try lowering his risk with some heart-healthy changes. They made …
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… of the urethra. To prevent the temperature from getting too high outside the prostate, a temperature sensor is inserted … prostate heals, it shrinks, reducing the blockage of urine flow. This treatment is done in a single session. It usually … of urine (urge incontinence). Irritation of the urethra and blood in the urine (though not as much as with TURP). Men …