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… middle sections of the gastrointestinal tract . The test uses barium contrast material , fluoroscopy , and X-ray . … instead of an upper GI series in certain cases. Endoscopy uses a thin, flexible tube (endoscope) to look at the lining … Why It Is Done An upper GI series is done to: Find the cause of gastrointestinal symptoms, such as trouble …
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… factor) or more Your child’s car seat. They may be able to use it on the plane if they have their own seat Can I travel … cool) water before serving to children. This includes water used to dilute (water down) juice or prepare infant formula. … I protect my children from malaria? Malaria is a disease caused by mosquito bites and tiny parasites that get into the …
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… artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, your surgeon will use a healthy blood vessel from another part of your body to … front and back surfaces of the heart. Harvesting a vein to use as a graft blood vessel The surgeon can remove a piece … Just behind your chest wall These blood vessels will be used as bypass grafts around narrowed or blocked portions of …
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… venous skin ulcer is also called a stasis leg ulcer. What causes it? Venous skin ulcers are caused by poor blood circulation from the legs, such as from … tissue and an ulcer. Veins that become blocked also may cause fluid to pool, leading to these ulcers. Some things can …
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… is scabies? Scabies is a condition of very itchy skin caused by tiny mites that burrow into your skin. The itching is caused by an allergic reaction to the mites. Scabies spreads … and other personal items. Scabies often affects several household members at the same time. You can spread it to …
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… and sumac? Poison ivy, oak, and sumac are plants that can cause a red, itchy rash called allergic contact dermatitis . It is the most common skin problem caused by contact with plants. What causes the rash? The rash is caused by contact with a sticky …
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… is inserted into one of the incisions. The surgeon uses special tools to reach and remove the prostate through … is done to remove prostate cancer. It is most often used if testing shows that the cancer has not spread outside … spread of cancer outside the prostate. It is sometimes used to relieve urinary obstruction in people with advanced …
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… Test Overview A home lung function test uses a peak flow meter or a home spirometer to monitor and … the peak flow meter. Ask your doctor to show you how to use this device before you use it at home. If you have questions about how to use a …
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… development, behaviour, size and hearing of developing fetuses, infants and young children. The health impact depends … can lead get into my drinking water? Lead was once commonly used in drinking water plumbing, including: bronze, copper and brass pipes, taps, fixtures, and solder (used for joining metal pipes). In 1989, the BC Plumbing Code …
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… What is listeriosis? Listeriosis is a foodborne illness caused by eating foods contaminated with the Listeria … mothers eat contaminated food during pregnancy. What causes it? The bacteria that causes listeriosis ( L. monocytogenes ) is found in soil and …
