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… Giant Cell Arteritis On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … This is a sign of GCA. The doctor will also consider your age in diagnosing this condition. People younger than 50 … This is called a relapse. It often occurs in the first 2 years of treatment or during the first year after steroid …
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… Preventing Falls in Older Adults On this page: Overview Overview Every year, … main causes of injury and loss of independence in people ages 65 and older. There are many reasons older people fall. … main causes of injury and loss of independence in people ages 65 and older. There are many reasons older people fall. …
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… such as eye problems, kidney disease, and nerve damage. Losing weight and increasing activity, along with … (hypoglycemia), which can turn into an emergency if not managed right away. About low blood sugar Some common reasons … I swore that it would never happen to me. Well, for 8 years now I've had type 2 diabetes. I feel like I've done …
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… Hypospadias On this page: … does not cause symptoms, especially in newborns and young children. If it's more severe, a person may have problems … . Complications are more likely to occur in older children and adults. They can include bleeding, infection, …
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… 4 After the procedure. Problems can also happen months or years after the pacemaker is implanted. These problems are … My doctor says a pacemaker could help me feel better. Jack, age 66 I had a heart attack a while ago, and now I have … device in my body. So I don't want it right now. Serena, age 55 My girlfriends and I go on a big trip every year. We …
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… Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip On this page: … normally. Growth and Development, Ages 1 to 12 Months Growth and Development, Newborn Health … Screening: Finding Health Problems Early Hip Problems, Age 11 and Younger Osteoarthritis Current as of: …
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… Cholesterol Treatment Guidelines On this page: Overview Overview The … on most, if not all days of the week. Don't smoke. Manage other health problems. Statins You and your doctor can … are age 30 or older and have had diabetes for more than 15 years. Your diabetes has caused problems with your eyes, …
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… Child Learn to Walk and Use Other Motor Skills On this page: Overview Overview Children with Down syndrome have reduced muscle tone , which … pull up, stand, and walk later than other children their age. Encourage motor skill development through active play. …
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… disease Parkinson's Disease and Exercise Stress management Stress Management: Breathing Exercises Stress Management: Breathing Exercises for Relaxation Stress …
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… Language Development in Newborns On this page: Overview Overview Speech and language lessons start in the uterus. Your developing baby hears …