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… of the coronary artery to open the artery and improve blood flow. Drug-eluting stents are used more often than … may take both medicines for at least 1 year. If you have a high risk of bleeding, your doctor may shorten the time you … may take both medicines for at least 1 year. If you have a high risk of bleeding, your doctor may shorten the time you …
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… Burns Eye Injury: First Aid for Minor Cuts Eye Problems and Blood in the Eye Eye Problems in Children: Signs to Look For … in an Eye Glaucoma Glaucoma Screening Glaucoma: Target Eye Pressure Goniotomy for Childhood Glaucoma Gradual Changes in … Tube-Shunt Surgery for Glaucoma Types of Contact Lenses Using Eye Ointment Using Low-Vision Aids at Home Vision Loss …
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… For example, you may have a stuffy nose. You may feel pressure in one or both ears, or have pain in your face. … test can show how your skin reacts to an allergen . Or a blood test can measure the level of antibodies that your … Or you may need to stay indoors when pollen counts are high. Manage your symptoms with medicine. Over-the-counter …
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… a black or purplish appearance. You may need to have the blood drained from under the nail. The black appearance will … and COPD , severe anemia , cold exposure, exposure to high altitude, peripheral arterial disease , or shock . … can also become yellow from smoking cigarettes or from using some nail polishes, especially red polish. Related …
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… short of breath. Other signs may include chest pain and blood in mucus that is coughed up. How is it diagnosed? Your … also put you at risk. Your risk of getting lung cancer is higher: The longer you smoke. The more cigarettes you smoke … can increase your risk. Smoking, exposure to cancer-causing substances, and gene changes are risk factors. Having …
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… trouble breathing or shortness of breath Constant pain or pressure in their chest Confusion, or trouble thinking … allowed for the fabric type, and dry them completely. Clean high-touch items every day and anytime the sick person … allowed for the fabric type, and dry them completely. Clean high-touch items every day and anytime the sick person …
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… do is wait for your body to get rid of the germ that's causing the illness. But some types of foodborne illness may … or have stomach cramps. Some foodborne illness can cause a high fever and blood in your stool. If you vomit or have diarrhea a lot, …
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… Surgery Overview Spinal decompression surgery reduces pressure on the spinal cord or spinal nerve roots . Surgery is only done to relieve severe symptoms caused by pressure on the nerve roots. This pressure may cause neck pain, but it can also cause arm …
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… who have weak immune systems, the bacteria can infect the bloodstream, causing a severe and life-threatening illness. Symptoms include fever and chills, decreased blood pressure (septic shock), and blistering skin wounds. The …
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… as a fever or unusual vaginal discharge. Eat a balanced diet. Choose foods from each food group: vegetables and … Avoid climbing on ladders or standing on anything that is high or wobbly. Always wear your seat belt when you're in a … Avoid climbing on ladders or standing on anything that is high or wobbly. Always wear your seat belt when you're in a …