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… is one way to measure kidney function. The eGFR is also used to find the stage of chronic kidney disease. The eGFR … Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Caroline S. …
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… Omalizumab (Xolair) is a medicine approved by Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in people 6 years of age and older who have moderate or severe persistent asthma . This medicine costs a lot more than any of the standard …
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… Movement problems are common from long-term levodopa use. Most people who take levodopa develop some of these … the day. They may be called "on" and "off" times. When the medicine is working and movement is easy, it is "on." When … often jerky or twisting movements caused by the medicine. They may affect the head, neck, arms, and legs or …
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… of the uterus, such as a vertical (classical) scar. The use of medicine to start (induce) labour. Some doctors avoid the use of any medicine to start a VBAC trial of labour. Other doctors are …
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… are easier and less tiring. Improve balance and walking. Use walking aids (such as canes or walkers) correctly. … Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Adam …
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… To Call Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines What are … And even though they make you feel bad, they don't cause long-term damage. What causes them? Experts aren't sure … They include changes in daily routine, foods, hormones, and medicines. They can also include lights, odours, changes in …
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… Over time, dry mouth can lead to dental problems. What causes it? Dry mouth is most often a side effect of medicine. Some medicines that can cause dry mouth include diuretics, …
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… before using a rowing ergometer. Improper form can cause back or neck strain. Elbow Injuries … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD …
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… Dysfunction) On this page: Health Tools Cause Prevention Symptoms What Happens When to Call Exams and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines What are … or loss of blood supply to the penis, side effects of some medicines, and some surgeries. Depression, stress, and …
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… . In severe cases of canker sores, a doctor may prescribe a medicine to ease inflammation and pain. Other possible causes of mouth sores include: Impetigo . Symptoms may include … to 48 hours of the fever. The illness lasts 7 to 10 days. Medicines . Chemotherapy, sulfa drugs, phenytoin (such as …
