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… Common Types of Hernias On this page: Overview Overview A hernia is a bulge caused by tissue … straining, or pregnancy. A very small hernia may not cause problems. But your doctor may recommend repairing the … straining, or pregnancy. A very small hernia may not cause problems. But your doctor may recommend repairing the …
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… Fainting On this page: What is fainting? … can be serious. These include: Heart or blood vessel problems such as a blood clot in the lungs, an abnormal … a heart valve problem, or heart disease. Nervous system problems such as seizure, stroke, or TIA. Sometimes the …
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… Nausea or Vomiting During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Many women have problems with nausea and sometimes vomiting ( morning … vomiting develops. Even mild dehydration can affect other problems, such as constipation or heartburn, that may occur …
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… Caregiving: Helping Someone With Eating On this page: Overview Overview A person who is … hungry. If the person has had a stroke or has swallowing problems, dental problems, or problems with thinking or memory, you may have …
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… Pregnancy: Hand Changes On this page: Overview Overview During pregnancy, … For more information, see the topic Pregnancy-Related Problems. Swelling of your hands during pregnancy may be … for protein). Finger, Hand, and Wrist Problems, Non-Injury Current as of: November 9, 2022 …
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… Diabetes: Taking Care of Your Teeth and Gums On this page: Overview Overview When you have … blood sugar levels in your target range can help prevent problems with the teeth and gums. If you have any problems with your teeth or gums, see your dentist. How to …
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… Sedation On this page: Overview Overview Sedation is the … someone who can take you home. What are the risks? Serious problems are rare. They include breathing that slows or … the medicine. Some health issues may increase the risk of problems. These include: Smoking. Sleep apnea. This happens …
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… Physical Signs of Alcohol Use Disorder On this page: Overview Overview The physical … illnesses you can't explain. You might have new physical problems, such as stomach cramps. Or another health problem … feet or hands. Be unsteady when on your feet. Have liver problems, such as cirrhosis . Alcohol: …
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… Acupuncture On this page: Treatment Overview Why It Is Used Risks Related … manage chronic pain from osteoarthritis, headaches, or neck problems. Some cancer patients use acupuncture to help with … pain, anxiety, fatigue, hot flashes, neuropathy, or sleep problems. Risks In general, acupuncture is safe when done by …
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… Cardiomyopathy On this page: Overview Overview Cardiomyopathy is … the changes in the heart muscle can lead to other heart problems such as heart failure. Heart failure means the … or nutrients. Cardiomyopathy can also lead to other heart problems such as atrial fibrillation, which is a type of …
