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… causes extreme mood changes. Moods go from times of very high energy (manic episodes) to times of depression. These … risk for bipolar disorder or other mood disorders is higher if the child: Has a close relative such as a parent, … health tests. The doctor may do other tests (such as a blood test) to rule out other health problems. Treatment …
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… in the windpipe. It causes hoarseness, a barking cough, a high-pitched sound when breathing in, and trouble breathing. … in the windpipe. It causes hoarseness, a barking cough, a high-pitched sound when breathing in, and trouble breathing. …
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… if someone's temperature is too low (hypothermia) or too high (fever). Children tend to have higher fevers than adults. Often you must look at your or … if someone's temperature is too low (hypothermia) or too high (fever). Children tend to have higher fevers than …
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… lumbar spinal stenosis. This surgery is done to relieve pressure on the spinal nerve roots. It removes bone (parts … . A deep infection in the surgical wound. A skin infection. Blood clots. Nerve injury, including weakness, numbness, or … . A deep infection in the surgical wound. A skin infection. Blood clots. Nerve injury, including weakness, numbness, or …
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… (IABP) is a mechanical device that helps the heart pump blood. It is a long, thin tube called a catheter with a … in the same rhythm as the heart. It helps the heart pump blood to the body. An IABP is usually for emergencies only. … This IABP is inserted into the aorta. This is the large blood vessel that takes oxygen-rich blood from the heart to …
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… Thalassemia (say "thal-uh-SEE-mee-uh") is an inherited blood disorder that causes your body to make less hemoglobin or abnormal hemoglobin. Hemoglobin helps red blood cells spread oxygen through your body. Low levels of … moderate anemia (beta thalassemia intermedia), you may need blood transfusions. People with severe anemia (called beta …
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… risk for breast cancer. It is not for women who are at high risk. If you don't already know your breast cancer … the best available evidence (evidence quality: moderate to high ) Breast cancer deaths over 10 years with or without … the best available evidence (evidence quality: moderate to high ) Breast cancer diagnosis Mammograms can find some …
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… changes. These tests include: HPV test. This test looks for high-risk types of HPV (human papillomavirus). Knowing if you have a high-risk type of HPV can help guide your treatment … removes a cone-shaped wedge of abnormal cells that are high in the cervical canal. Loop electrosurgical excision …
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… on the label. It may help to wear hiking boots or other high-top, lace-up shoes for support. But be careful. Don't … on how bad it is. An ankle brace, air stirrup, hiking boot, high-top shoe or boot, or another form of ankle support … with walking. You can try wearing hiking boots or other high-top, lace-up shoes for support. But don't force your …
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… of the injury. You have signs of damage to the nerves or blood vessels. These include: Numbness, tingling, or a … around your forearm just below your elbow. It may spread pressure throughout the arm instead of putting it all on the … of the injury. You have signs of damage to the nerves or blood vessels. These include: Numbness, tingling, or a …
