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… and fabrics, and in certain types of foam insulation. Other indoor sources of VOCs include: The burning of fuels … from attached garages VOCs can be released from products during use and even in storage. However, the amounts of VOCs …
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… lower part of the large intestine (colon). These tests are used to look for abnormal growths (such as tumours or polyps ), inflammation, bleeding, hemorrhoids , and other conditions (such as diverticulosis ). These tests use … and look at different sections of the colon. Anoscopy. During an anoscopy, a short, rigid, hollow tube (anoscope) …
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… often infects the reproductive organs. Gonorrhea doesn't cause problems if you treat it right away. But if you don't … Gonorrhea is caused by a type of bacteria. It can be spread during vaginal, anal, or oral sex. If you're pregnant and … will be tested for gonorrhea. You may also be tested for other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) at the same …
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… Overview Cardiac catheterization is a procedure your doctor uses to see images and get information about your child's … catheter is put into a blood vessel in the groin, neck, or other place on your child's body. Then the doctor moves the … of oxygen in the blood. A heart defect may be diagnosed during this procedure. Sometimes, a heart defect is treated …
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… America, and Europe in late 2002 and early 2003. SARS is caused by a type of coronavirus, which can cause mild to … wild animal that is eaten as a delicacy in China—and other animals.In the first outbreak 8,096 people became sick … risk of infection by washing your hands often with soap or alcohol hand cleaners. If an outbreak occurs, try to avoid …
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… is an important part of your health and can help you avoid other problems. How can you avoid exposure to outdoor … decrease around sunset. Keep windows and doors closed, both during the day and at night. Use air-conditioning, and change or clean all filters every …
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… gets asthma as an adult, exposure at work is a likely cause. This type of asthma happens when a person is exposed to … People who have occupational asthma usually have symptoms during the workweek. They may cough or wheeze. Or their … occupational asthma are similar to those used to treat other types of asthma. These include inhaled corticosteroids …
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… (ACTH). Cortisol has many functions. It helps the body use sugar (glucose) and fat for energy ( metabolism ). It … infection, or injury. Normally, cortisol levels rise during the early morning hours and are highest about 7 a.m. … also look at your results based on your age, health, and other factors. A value that isn't in the normal range may …
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… is pain in the vulva that can't be explained by another health problem, such as an infection or a skin … It also includes the clitoris and the labia. What causes it? Doctors don't know the exact cause of vulvodynia. … go for months or even years. Be mild or very bad. Be felt during and after sex. Flare up when you sit on a bicycle, …
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… If your baby is teething, you may have questions that many other parents ask. Are my baby's symptoms caused by teething? When teething, many babies drool. Teething happens during the same time that babies are putting "everything" …
