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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Treatment Overview A pacemaker is a small … can help people to return to normal, active lives. Risks There are several risks to getting a pacemaker. But risks vary for each …
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… or bradyarrhythmias). Each type carries a specific risk of complications and treatment options. Some of the … the rest of the heart. Depending on the cause, there is a risk of complications with this type of bradycardia. If … when the heart's natural pacemaker is damaged. There is a risk of complications with this syndrome. You may have …
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… DVT from travel? Even if you are healthy and have a low risk of blood clots, a long flight or road trip raises your risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Sitting still for 4 or … likely to clot. And for the next few weeks, your blood clot risk stays higher than normal. Here are some tips to prevent …
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… fat, and how physically active you are. Obesity raises your risk for many conditions, including: Gallstones . Type 2 … sometimes called apple-shaped.) Those people are at greater risk for type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high … have healthier habits or lose weight, you can lower your risk for these conditions. Binge Eating …
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… to a higher range on the growth chart, your child may be at risk of becoming overweight. Your doctor will carefully … family has a history of obesity, your child has a higher risk of becoming overweight. Sometimes a child's BMI and weight can increase without a child being at risk of having too much body fat. For instance, before and …
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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Treatment Overview Cryotherapy (cryosurgery) destroys … may grow back. More than one treatment is often needed. Risks Some risks of cryotherapy include pain during and after …
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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Treatment Overview This procedure is used to remove … work for most people with stones in the kidney or ureter . Risks Risks of this procedure include: Bleeding. Holes …
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… more members of a family have had the disease), then your risk of getting it is higher. When a disease is found in … can look for a substance that seems to increase a person's risk for Alzheimer's disease. The gene is called … been linked to defects in specific genes. There is a 50% risk that these genes will be passed on. A person who …
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… Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Treatment Overview Watchful waiting (surveillance) is … slow-growing NHL may live a long time without symptoms. Risks There do not seem to be any risks involved in watchful waiting for some types of NHL …
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… that contain para-phenylenediamine (PPD) because of the risk of an allergic reaction. Health Canada encourages … that contain para-phenylenediamine (PPD) because of the risk of an allergic reaction. Health Canada encourages … and temporary tattoos to their local health unit. The risk of developing a severe allergic reaction to henna …
