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… Overview A child may have a higher chance of having high cholesterol if he or she: Is overweight . Does not … much. Does not eat healthy foods. Has a family history of high cholesterol. Cholesterol tests for children and teens …
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… any insulin, too much sugar stays in the blood. Over time, high blood sugar can harm many parts of the body. These … usual, and having blurry vision. Symptoms are caused by high blood sugar. They usually develop quickly, over a few … Diabetes: Living With an Insulin Pump Diabetes: Preventing High Blood Sugar Emergencies Diabetes: Taking Care of Your …
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… care provider uses a blood pressure monitor to screen for high blood pressure. A blood pressure cuff is wrapped around … change throughout the day. And sometimes blood pressure is high only because you are seeing the doctor. This is called … blood pressure at home to make sure that it actually is high. You may get an ambulatory blood pressure monitor or a …
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… attack and stroke. The benefit is greatest for people at high risk of heart attack and stroke. If you have a low risk … tools are not perfect. They may show that your risk is higher or lower than it really is. But the tools can give … Your doctor is likely to recommend a statin if you are at high risk of heart attack or stroke. For example, you may be …
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… the risk of ovarian cancer and breast cancer. If you are at high risk, surgery can lower your risk. If you aren't at high risk for cancer, having your ovaries removed isn't … risk of heart disease and osteoporosis . These risks may be higher for people who are younger when their ovaries are …
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… . These infections can happen if you've engaged in high-risk sexual behaviour. Irritants and injuries A sore … different than usual symptoms Does your child make a harsh, high-pitched sound when he or she breathes in? This often … a loud cough that sounds like a barking seal. Yes Harsh, high-pitched sound when breathing No Harsh, high-pitched …
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… temperature? Yes Temperature taken No Temperature taken How high is the fever? The answer may depend on how you took the … to worry about. But be sure to watch for other symptoms. High: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral High fever: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral …
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… temperature? Yes Temperature taken No Temperature taken How high is the fever? The answer may depend on how you took the … to worry about. But be sure to watch for other symptoms. High: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral High fever: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral …
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… both breasts removed is recommended for women at very high risk of breast cancer. For example, those who have … positive for a breast cancer (BRCA) gene change are at very high risk. These high-risk women often have their breasts removed before they …
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… may be as low as 36.3°C (97.4°F) in the morning or as high as 37.6°C (99.6°F) in the late afternoon. Your … are exposed to hot weather. Fever temperatures A fever is a high body temperature. A temperature of up to 38.9°C (102°F) … Most healthy children and adults can tolerate a fever as high as 39.4°C (103°F) to 40°C (104°F) for short periods of …
