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… believe that certain brain chemicals go out of balance to cause the disease. No single thing causes this. Many things, … including your genes , stressful events, illness, and medicines, can cause the imbalance. "Depression always will … bad happens, but other things also may trigger it. Medicines, hormone problems, childbirth, and using alcohol …
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… can spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body. What causes it? Some problems can lead to anal cancer, such as HPV … cancer cells and shrink tumours. Chemotherapy. These medicines kill fast-growing cells, including cancer cells … Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Jimmy Ruiz MD …
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… Overview Many people don't feel well after surgery. Pain, nausea, and a lack of energy may occur even after a minor … after your surgery. This includes learning about your medicines, diet restrictions, wound care, and showering or … symptom or problem. Problems with your prescription medicines. These may include a rash, hives, nausea, …
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… of the ligament ( plantar fasciitis ). Your doctor can use medicine that numbs the area (local anesthetic) for the … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine E. Gregory …
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… diseases. Certain changes in genes or chromosomes may cause problems in various body processes or functions. What … have inherited gene changes that affect your response to medicines. Identify family members, crime suspects, or … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine John Pope MD - Pediatrics Martin J. Gabica MD - …
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… bulges, it looks like a tiny parachute or balloon. What causes it? Mitral valve prolapse may be caused by certain … talk to your doctor about stop-smoking programs and medicines. These can increase your chances of quitting for … Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney …
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… is lymphedema? Lymphedema is a collection of fluid that causes swelling (edema) in the arms and legs. Normally, lymph … to remove lymph nodes , usually during cancer treatment. Medicines such as tamoxifen (Nolvadex), radiation therapy, … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Kathleen …
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… swab. Check the insulin bottle or cartridge. When you use an insulin bottle for the first time, write the date on … know how to do it in case of an emergency. Do not mix other medicine with insulin without your doctor's instruction. If … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Thomas M. Bailey MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney …
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… How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Laser iridotomy uses a very focused beam of light to create a hole on the … the pressure in the affected eye has been reduced with medicine or when medicines fail. Prevent closed-angle glaucoma in people who …
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… particles from their feces, eggs, and shells that can cause an allergic reaction. Cockroaches are a problem in many … Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine John Pope MD - Pediatrics Mary F. McNaughton Collins MD, MPH - Internal Medicine Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
