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… What is pre-eclampsia? Pre-eclampsia is high blood pressure after 20 weeks of pregnancy that may … this placenta problem and why the mother then develops high blood pressure. What are the symptoms? Mild … watched closely during pregnancy. Urine test. Too much protein in the urine is a sign of kidney damage caused by …
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… It's the largest ball-and-socket joint in the body. The thigh bone (femur) fits tightly into a cup-shaped socket … , any of these may be true: Blood is pumping from the wound. The bleeding does not stop or slow down with … Don't smoke or use other tobacco products. Smoking slows healing because it decreases blood supply and delays tissue …
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… What Increases Your Risk The chances of getting lupus are higher in people who: Are female. Are of African descent. … test Erythrocyte sedimentation rate or C-reactive protein Complete blood count Urinalysis Lupus anticoagulant … A balanced diet includes vegetables and fruits, whole grain foods, and protein foods. Eat a variety of foods from each …
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… program of physiotherapy and home exercises can advance healing in your knee and help you return to desired … can help maintain muscle strength in the front of the thigh (quadriceps), back of the thigh (hamstrings), calf, and hip. All of these areas are …
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… Reiki means "universal life energy." It's an ancient healing method that manipulates energy flow in the body. … releases energy flows and allows the body's own natural healing ability to work. Reiki focuses on seven main energy … use reiki to decrease pain, ease muscle tension, speed healing, and improve sleep. Reiki is sometimes used to help …
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… damage nearby tissues. The layer grows back during the healing process. PRK may be used to correct nearsightedness … choice for people who have more severe nearsightedness (high myopia). That's because the results are harder to … choice for people who have more severe nearsightedness (high myopia). That's because the results are harder to …
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… Calluses and Corns: Using Pumice Stones Care for a Skin Wound Caregiving: Skin Care for Immobile Adults Changes in …
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… to follow your diet for diabetes. If you feel that certain foods, such as chocolate cake, are "bad," you may feel … other three lists. You may need to eat some of the foods (high-sugar foods) in the "foods I like" list in smaller amounts and less frequently to prevent high blood sugar. Recognize your feelings From the list …
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… Methods Black Cohosh for Menopause Symptoms Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, and Blood Sugar Comprehensive Metabolic … Dawn Phenomenon and the Somogyi Effect Diabetes-Related High and Low Blood Sugar Levels Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) … Hyperthyroidism Subclinical Hypothyroidism Symptoms of High Blood Sugar Testosterone Thyroid Cancer Thyroid Hormone …
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… Home Blood Sugar Diary Diabetes in Adults: Record of My High Blood Sugar Emergency Diabetes in Adults: Record of My … Sugar Problems Diabetes in Children: Record of My Child's High or Low Blood Sugar Problems Headache Diary Heartburn … Counting Physical Activity Log Record of My Child's High or Low Blood Sugar Problems Record of My High Blood …