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… this page: Overview Overview People who have fulminant hepatitis typically develop the symptoms seen … can happen within hours, days, or sometimes weeks. Symptoms When people with fulminant hepatitis develop severe liver … a liver transplant is the only life-saving option. People younger than age 40 who have fulminant hepatitis are more …
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… Preventing Kidney Stones Through Diet Actionset Overview If you have kidney stones, your doctor or dietitian may talk with … adjust to the extra fluids. You are drinking enough water when your urine is clear or light yellow. If it is dark …
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… Basics What is hemochromatosis? Hemochromatosis happens when too much iron builds up in the body. Your body needs iron to make hemoglobin, the part of your … hemochromatosis. Men are more likely than women to have too much iron built up. Women get rid of extra iron …
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… is surgery that joins two or more of the vertebrae in your neck . When these bones are joined together, it's called fusion. … leaves a scar that fades with time. After surgery, you will have a short hospital stay. Your neck will feel stiff or …
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… happens in the first 24 hours after CABG surgery? After your coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery is … amount of time you spend in the specialized ward will vary. When your need for monitoring decreases, you will be … intensive care unit, a special ward reserved for people who have just had significant surgeries. You might be in this …
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… the HealthLink BC Eating and Activity Program for Kids. If your pediatric patient would benefit from speaking with one … asked questions If your family is participating in or you have been referred to the program, the following may be … such as healthy eating, physical activity, screen time and sleep. Visit their website for more information, including …
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… Works Risks Surgery Overview Aortic valve replacement gives you a new aortic heart valve. The new valve may be … blood flowing in the proper direction through your heart. When the aortic valve does not close properly (aortic valve … does not flow through the heart the right way. You will be asleep during the surgery. In an open-chest surgery, your …
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… Healthy Eating: Cutting Unhealthy Fats From Your Diet Actionset Overview Foods like cheese, butter, … sausage, and desserts may taste good to you, but they can have a lot of saturated fat and cholesterol. Eating too much … cereal, soups, and smoothies. Sprinkle walnuts on salads. When you bake muffins or breads, replace part of the fat …
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… What Is Carrier Screening? Who Should Be Screened? What If You Are a Carrier? Is Screening Accurate? Should You Be … organs, especially the lungs and the pancreas . People who have CF can have serious breathing problems and lung … is a small risk that you may still be a CF carrier even when the test results show that you are not a carrier. …
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… and a dressing. Dermabrasion is almost always done in your doctor's office or on an outpatient basis. What To … matched using makeup. Some swelling is common. Many people have little or no pain and can get back to their regular activities soon after …