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… Basics Health Tools What is heart block? Heart block refers to an abnormality in … require treatment. But this type of heart block may raise your risk of heart rhythm problems, such as atrial … blocked between the upper and lower chambers of the heart. When this occurs, the atria and ventricles beat at …
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… Tools What is carotid artery disease? A carotid artery on each … supplies blood to the brain. Carotid artery disease occurs when a substance called plaque builds up in either or both … attack (TIA) or stroke is the first sign of the disease. If you have any of these symptoms of a TIA or stroke, call …
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… Medicines What are high triglycerides? Triglycerides are a type of fat in your blood. Your body uses them for energy. You need some … hours (fasting). Triglyceride levels are: footnote 1 Normal when they are less than 1.6 mmol/L. Moderately high when …
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… (poor bite). Growth modification is only possible when bones are still growing. It is most effective during … appliance corrects cross bite by widening the upper jaw. What to think about Ideal timing of treatment varies … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information …
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… this page: Overview Overview At times, your symptoms may suddenly flare up and get much worse. This … is called a COPD exacerbation (say "ig-ZAS-ur-BAY-shun"). When this happens, your usual symptoms quickly get worse and … or thickness of mucus. More shortness of breath than usual. What causes them? The two most common causes of a COPD …
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… Wrist On this page: Overview Overview What is a scaphoid fracture of the wrist? A scaphoid … fracture is a break in a small bone on the thumb side of your wrist. This is also called a navicular fracture. Of the … your wrist. What causes it? Most scaphoid fractures occur when you stretch your hand out in front of you to protect …
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… Colitis On this page: What is Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) colitis? … colitis, can cause diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. You may get C. diff colitis if you take antibiotics. C. diff … They can release harmful substances called toxins. When the toxins are released, the colon becomes inflamed. …
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… page: What is gambling disorder? Gambling disorder is a strong … urge to gamble, even though it causes serious problems. You may feel that you can't control your gambling in spite … more money to get the same thrill. Feel restless or grumpy when you try to control or stop gambling. Have repeated …
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… this page: Overview Overview People who have fulminant hepatitis typically develop the symptoms seen … can happen within hours, days, or sometimes weeks. Symptoms When people with fulminant hepatitis develop severe liver … a liver transplant is the only life-saving option. People younger than age 40 who have fulminant hepatitis are more …
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… this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)? Acute … distress syndrome (ARDS) is a lung problem. It happens when fluid builds up in the lungs, causing breathing failure … breathing. ARDS can develop quickly. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will diagnose ARDS based on a medical and …
