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… for this surgery. Tubes can help with ear infections because they: Allow air to enter the middle ear . Allow fluid to … 1 of 4, Fluid buildup in the middle ear, A cold or some other upper respiratory infection can cause the eustachian … Children usually recover quickly and have little pain or other symptoms after surgery. Most children go home within 1 …
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… Diabetic kidney disease is damage to your kidneys caused by diabetes. This is sometimes called diabetic … have swelling in your body, often in your feet and legs. Other symptoms may include poor appetite, weight loss, and … that checks for a protein called albumin in the urine. Another test checks how well your kidneys are filtering waste …
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… problem that affects the eyelids and lashes. It may be caused by bacteria or by other skin conditions such as dandruff, skin allergies, or … the eyelids and lashes. It may be caused by bacteria or by other skin conditions such as dandruff, skin allergies, or …
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… Overview Thyroid hormones help regulate the way the body uses energy. You need thyroid hormone replacement when you … may need to have their blood levels checked more often than other people. Hyperthyroidism … may need to have their blood levels checked more often than other people. Hyperthyroidism …
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… of chronic kidney disease and acute kidney injury (which used to be known as acute renal failure). It occurs when urea and other waste products build up in the body because the … be known as acute renal failure). It occurs when urea and other waste products build up in the body because the …
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… Overview Overview A stroke often causes memory problems. If a person has problems with memory, … trouble applying what has been learned in one setting to other settings. Stroke Stroke … trouble applying what has been learned in one setting to other settings. Stroke Stroke …
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… Information Overview Follow instructions from your physiotherapist or other health professional for stretching and strengthening … before using a rowing ergometer. Improper form can cause back or neck strain. Elbow Injuries …
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… the nerves that control the sexual organs. This may cause difficulty in getting or maintaining an erection and … and women. Medicines used to treat Parkinson's disease or other conditions may affect sexual function. If you are … and women. Medicines used to treat Parkinson's disease or other conditions may affect sexual function. If you are …
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… Braces and splints. Stools, carts, trash cans, and other objects on wheels. Doorknob extenders that can be used to open doors without twisting the doorknob. An … Braces and splints. Stools, carts, trash cans, and other objects on wheels. Doorknob extenders that can be used …
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… fracture? An avulsion fracture occurs when an injury causes a ligament or tendon to break off (avulse) a small … The length of time it takes to return to sports or other physical activities may depend on many factors. How … The length of time it takes to return to sports or other physical activities may depend on many factors. How …