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… has been cured after treatment. An antigen test also may be used to screen people who are at high risk for having … tests are specific for Giardia lamblia and do not test for other intestinal infections that cause similar symptoms. People may get infected with other organisms that cause the same symptoms if they travel …
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… time to practice dressing and fastening buttons, snaps, and other devices on dolls and articles of clothing. This … such as slip-on shoes with Velcro closures. Incorporate the use of lip balm and protective clothing, such as a hat and … and groom. This will help prevent and manage dry skin and other problems, such as atopic dermatitis (eczema), that …
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… are a group of rare diseases that can be passed down from mothers to their children. The diseases happen when … of the cells in your body. They are often called the powerhouse of a cell, because one of their jobs is to make energy. … MERRF syndrome. It affects the nervous system, muscles, and other areas of the body. MELAS syndrome. It affects many …
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… separates from the end (acromion) of the shoulder blade because of torn ligaments. This injury occurs most often from a … deformity or bump. The range of motion of your shoulder and other joints. Blood flow, by taking your pulse and assessing … the discomfort decreases (a few days to a week). Early physiotherapy to strengthen your shoulder and regain range of …
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… Works Risks Treatment Overview A stem cell transplant can use stem cells that come from your own blood or bone marrow. Or the stem cells can come from another person. When they come from you, it's called an … are stored until you need them for transplant. Having chemotherapy (sometimes along with radiation). This destroys …
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… Campylobacter , E. coli O157:H7, Salmonella , Listeria and other bacteria. Raw milk includes milk from cows, goats, buffalo, sheep and other dairy animals. By law in Canada, all milk sold to the … Control and Prevention study, the rate of outbreaks caused by raw milk and products made from it was 150 times …
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… long it takes blood to clot. A prothrombin time test can be used to check for bleeding problems. PT is also used to … by the liver. Vitamin K is needed to make prothrombin and other clotting factors. Prothrombin time is an important … factors. The absence of any of the clotting factors. Other substances, called inhibitors, that affect the …
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… that isn't normal, such as atrial fibrillation. It uses a brief electric shock to reset your heart's rhythm. … the procedure. This medicine lowers your risk of a stroke. Other medicines to help prevent the return of heart rhythm … atrial fibrillation, what is causing it, and if you have another heart problem. If you take antiarrhythmic medicines …
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… get to know the person's doctor, nurses, social worker, and other care providers so you can: Work with them to create a … may mean an infection or complication that requires other treatment or hospitalization. Learn who to call or … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… of your brain was affected and how much damage the stroke caused. They may include problems with: Movement and senses. … You may have trouble walking, grasping objects, or doing other tasks. Other symptoms may include joint pain or muscle stiffness or …
