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… What to Do if Your Cardiac Device Is Recalled On this page: Overview Overview … has some chance of having a serious problem. But most problems may be short-term and can be fixed. Type III: The … Your doctor will consider which is more likely to happen: problems from surgery to replace the device, or the device …
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… That Can Cause Confusion or a Decreased Alertness On this page: Overview Overview Many prescription and … Sedatives and tranquilizers. Medicines for bladder control problems (anticholinergics). Contact your doctor before you … Some medicines need to be stopped gradually to prevent problems. Examples of medicines that can cause problems if …
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… Tips for Finding a Counsellor or Therapist On this page: Overview Overview The terms … counsellors (RCC) (MA, MEd, EdD). Psychiatrists (MD). Marriage and family therapists (MFT). Psychiatric nurses (BSN, … with someone new. Depression Stress Management Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: …
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… Hyperparathyroidism On this page: … the blood can also lead to kidney stones and other health problems. What causes it? Hyperparathyroidism often is … appetite. Nausea and vomiting. Constipation. Confusion and problems with memory. Feeling thirsty and having to urinate …
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… Jaundice in Newborns (Hyperbilirubinemia) On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics … goes away on its own within a week or two without causing problems. But jaundice should be taken seriously. In rare … called kernicterus . This can lead to serious lifelong problems. What causes it? Jaundice occurs because your …
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… Obesity and Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview How … are obese. But being very heavy does increase the chance of problems. Babies born to mothers who are obese have a higher … or neural tube defects . Being too large. This can cause problems during labour and delivery. Mothers who are obese …
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… Smart Decisions: Know Your Options On this page: Decisions About Medical Tests Decisions … opinion from a different type of doctor who treats similar problems. For more information, see the topic Surgery: What … opinion from a different type of doctor who treats similar problems. For more information, see the topic Surgery: What …
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… Stroke: Perception Changes On this page: Overview Overview When a stroke … parts relate to the whole is affected (spatial-perceptual problems). People with these problems may have more trouble learning to care for …
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… General Anesthesia On this page: Overview Overview General … that are used. Serious but rare risks include breathing problems, heart problems, and stroke. Malignant hyperthermia is an extremely …
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… Cataracts in Children On this page: … Because cataracts block this light, they can cause vision problems. What causes them in a child? Cataracts are rare in … treatment. How are they treated? Children who have vision problems from cataracts usually need surgery to remove the …
