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… Cluster Headaches On this page: … get another headache for months or even years. As you get older, it's likely that you'll have longer and longer times … get angry. Nitrates. These are found in wine, cured meats, aged cheeses, and some medicines. Histamine. Seasonal …
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… Making the Most of Your Appointment On this page: Overview Preparing for Your Appointment Asking About … doctor and what will be done during the visit. Your child's age and developmental level will determine how best to prepare him or her. And ask your older child if he or she would like to speak to the doctor …
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… Questions About Medicines for Epilepsy On this page: Overview Overview While working … or your child than others. It may be hard to get your teenager to take a medicine that causes weight gain, hair loss … with your other medicine. This is a special concern for older people, who are more likely to be taking several …
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… Nephrotic Syndrome On this page: … the tissues into the blood. When the tiny filters are damaged, too much protein slips from the blood into the urine. … lasting problems. Often treatment is not as successful in older children and adults. If your symptoms are severe or …
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… Play After a Head Injury During a Sporting Event On this page: Overview Overview Anyone … if it is not a head injury, could cause permanent brain damage or death. Concussion Head Injury, Age 4 and Older Citations McCrory P, et al. (2017). …
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… Pleurisy On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … Chest Problems Respiratory Problems, Age 12 and Older Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: …
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… Polymyalgia Rheumatica On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … more often than in men. It is more common as people get older. What are the symptoms? Symptoms often start suddenly … may be a sign of PMR. The doctor will also consider your age in diagnosing this condition. People younger than 50 …
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… Don't take medicine. Instead, try watchful waiting and manage your symptoms at home. Urinary symptoms include needing … an enlarged prostate . It happens to almost all men as they age. It is not cancer. An enlarged prostate is usually … often causes problems with urination. About half of all men older than 75 have some symptoms. The most important thing …
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… by radiation treatments. Key points to remember For early-stage breast cancer, studies show that women who have … abnormal cells grow out of control in the breast. Early-stage breast cancer means that the cancer cells haven't spread … your doctor. Some women, such as those who are age 70 or older, may not need radiation. Does one type of surgery work …
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… the pylorus remains intact. The pylorus controls food drainage from the stomach. The pylorus is connected to a lower … sweating, dizziness, rapid heart rate, and often severe diarrhea. It can also cause belly pain, cramping, and … sweating, dizziness, rapid heart rate, and often severe diarrhea. It can also cause belly pain, cramping, and …