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… gland and seminal vesicles are removed, he may have problems getting erections. And he will not be able to make … or recurrence of cancer and helping people live longer. footnote 1 Risks Complications are common after a radical … They may include short-term and longer-term problems. footnote 2 Short-term problems These include: Acidosis. This …
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… people may not need medicine if they are at low risk for problems or are getting better on their own. Others may need … dry. Choose a lotion with no alcohol. Diabetic Kidney Disease Kidney Transplant Lupus (Systemic … dry. Choose a lotion with no alcohol. Diabetic Kidney Disease Kidney Transplant Lupus (Systemic …
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… getting the wrong blood type happens, at the most, 4 times. footnote 1 Transfusion with the wrong blood type can cause a … have many blood transfusions, you are more likely to have problems from immune system reactions. A reaction causes … blood components that your body cannot make for itself. Treating blood loss Blood loss may result from injury, major …
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… can help if your enlarged prostate is causing serious problems—such as kidney problems or repeated urinary tract … for more than 70 out of 100 men who have this surgery. footnote 1 Men who are very bothered by their symptoms are … ejaculation. That means 1 to 75 out of 100 men do not. footnote 1 Erection problems . Out of 100 men who have TURP, …
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… and stiffness. A child may also have trouble sleeping and problems walking. Systemic JIA can cause fever spikes and a … kept warm during the night. To help keep joints warm, try footed pyjamas, thermal underwear, a sleeping bag, a heated … kept warm during the night. To help keep joints warm, try footed pyjamas, thermal underwear, a sleeping bag, a heated …
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… you having trouble seeing? This means you are having new problems reading ordinary print or seeing things at a … heart disease, and HIV/AIDS. Long-term alcohol and drug problems. Steroid medicines, which may be used to treat a … drive you. You are in an area where heavy traffic or other problems may slow you down. Seek Care Today Based on your …
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… medical care decisions that are important to many health problems. Hyperthyroidism: Should I Use Antithyroid Medicine … go away after they take the medicine for 12 to 18 months. footnote 1 Learn more Beta-Blockers Hyperthyroidism: Should … go away after they take the medicine for 12 to 18 months. footnote 1 Learn more Beta-Blockers Hyperthyroidism: Should …
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… Overview The goal in treating cholesterol is to lower your chance of having a … are from the Canadian Cardiovascular Society (CCS). footnote 1 The two main types of treatment are: … not all days of the week. Don't smoke. Manage other health problems. Statins You and your doctor can work together to …
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… of the knee. Osteotomy This surgery corrects knee problems such as bowleg and knock-knee. It is usually done … can do more activities than they could before the surgery. footnote 1 Need for repeat surgery Most artificial knees … 10 out of 100 will need to have the knee replaced again. footnote 2 Problems after surgery The evidence suggests …
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… comes in but no later than your child's first birthday. footnote 1 Some parents may worry about their child's first … good dental care and to help prevent cavities and other problems. The examination also helps to identify and treat … after the first tooth appears or by their first birthday. footnote 2 Ages 3 to 6 years Your child can learn how to …
