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… implanted in the eye. They may also be used to treat eye diseases, such as keratoconus or damage to the cornea caused … diabetes or hyperthyroidism. Allergies, asthma, and other chronic respiratory disorders may make it difficult to wear … eyes) often are not able to wear contacts. People who have chronic or recurrent infections or sores on the cornea …
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… increase the risk for bone fractures, diabetes, and heart disease. Does one treatment work better than the other? … therapy to your pelvic area or you have a serious bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis. Your doctor might advise … increase the risk for bone fractures, diabetes, and heart disease. Personal stories about having a prostatectomy or …
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… also use meditation to relieve anxieties from long-term (chronic) conditions such as HIV and cancer. Risks Since … on an alternative therapy. Cancer Pain Chronic Pain Complementary Medicine Stress Management … also use meditation to relieve anxieties from long-term (chronic) conditions such as HIV and cancer. Risks Since …
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… 3 to 4 weeks. Why It Is Used This surgery may be done for: Chronic bacterial prostatitis that resists antibiotic … the penis. What To Think About To eliminate category II (chronic bacterial) prostatitis successfully, the surgery … 3 to 4 weeks. Why It Is Used This surgery may be done for: Chronic bacterial prostatitis that resists antibiotic …
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… Rheumatoid arthritis can mean living with long-term (chronic) pain, fatigue, and joint stiffness. Many people … treatment can help you avoid disabling joint changes and chronic pain. You also can do things to maintain your normal … Rheumatoid arthritis can mean living with long-term (chronic) pain, fatigue, and joint stiffness. Many people …
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… who is identified as ill is like treating the symptom of a disease but not the disease itself. It is possible that if … along with each other. One family member has a long-term (chronic) mental illness or substance use disorder, such as … along with each other. One family member has a long-term (chronic) mental illness or substance use disorder, such as …
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… include: Flushed skin Frequent urination Slurred speech Chronic (long-term) risks refer to the effects of drinking … and stomach cancers Increased risk of stroke and heart disease High blood pressure Reduced resistance to infection and communicable disease Sexual dysfunction Decreased appetite Malnourishment …
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… eyelids ( blepharitis ). These problems may be ongoing (chronic), but they usually aren't serious. Home treatment … be checked by an emergency medicine specialist . Ongoing (chronic) eye problems that may be getting worse are usually … have a condition such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, or heart disease, you may need to pay closer attention to certain …
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… more than just your body. There's an emotional side to chronic pain. You may need a shoulder to cry on or someone … some ways to find support groups: Ask other people who have chronic back pain. Ask your doctor, counsellor, or other … a city, provincial, or national group for back pain or chronic pain. Your library, community centre, or phone book …