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… and location of the cancer. How advanced the cancer is. How rapidly the cancer is developing. Whether there are other … pregnancy because it can be harmful to the baby. Diagnostic tests that use radiation may be used during pregnancy if … and location of the cancer. How advanced the cancer is. How rapidly the cancer is developing. Whether there are other …
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… The sleep cycle is divided into two main stages: non-rapid eye movement (non-REM) and rapid eye movement (REM). Non-REM sleep Non–rapid eye movement sleep has three stages: Stage N1 occurs …
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… what is swallowed passes from your mouth through your throat, down your ( esophagus ), and into your stomach. A … tract and need to be removed. Your doctor may recommend tests such as an X-ray , endoscopy , or barium swallow . These tests can help find the object if it doesn't come out in the …
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… People who have mild ulcerative colitis do not have fever, rapid heartbeat, or anemia . People who have moderate … More than six bloody stools a day (loose stools). Fever, rapid heartbeat, and anemia. An elevated ESR. People who … (loose stools). Constant bleeding from the rectum. Fever, rapid heartbeat, and anemia. Cramping belly pain and …
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… What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Surgery Getting … trouble waking up. Lack of interest in normal activities. Rapid, deep breathing. Loss of appetite, belly pain, and … may take a long-acting insulin once or twice a day and a rapid-acting insulin before each meal. The amount and type …
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… mother. Preteen and teen boys may develop gynecomastia from rapid changes in their hormone levels during puberty. Men … gynecomastia from age-related hormone changes if their testosterone level drops too low. Or it can be caused by a … mother. Preteen and teen boys may develop gynecomastia from rapid changes in their hormone levels during puberty. Men …
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… organ donor organization. You need a number of medical tests before you can donate. You don't pay for your medical … removal include less pain, shorter hospital stays, a more rapid return to normal activities, and a smaller, less … removal include less pain, shorter hospital stays, a more rapid return to normal activities, and a smaller, less …
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… changes. This is an exciting time, full of many varied and rapid changes. Children start to become more independent and … years Physical changes and puberty Adolescence is a time of rapid growth and of physical changes throughout the body.  …
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… the nodule. In rare cases, you may also: Feel pain in your throat or feel like your throat is full. Have a hard time … about any changes in how you've been feeling. You may have tests to see how well your thyroid is working. Possible tests include: A blood test to check the level of thyroid …
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… What Happens When to Call a Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Related … . Major illness or certain medical conditions, such as rapid weight loss or high blood pressure. Surgery. Having … reduce attacks of gout. But do not go on a diet that causes rapid weight loss. Losing a lot of weight in a short amount …