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… Basics What is iron toxicity? Iron toxicity occurs when the body has too much iron. The most common cause of iron … the pills may cause you to have too much iron in your blood, or even iron toxicity. If you are taking iron pills, … the pills may cause you to have too much iron in your blood, or even iron toxicity. If you are taking iron pills, …
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… cause severe swelling and may damage underlying tissues, blood vessels, nerves, joints, or bones. The force may cause … cause severe swelling and may damage underlying tissues, blood vessels, nerves, joints, or bones. The force may cause …
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… to the medicines. There is a change in the way your body absorbs a medicine. There are interactions between two … the results. Both of these tests are done on a sample of blood taken from a vein. These tests may not be accurate if … the results. Both of these tests are done on a sample of blood taken from a vein. These tests may not be accurate if …
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… or a history of sexual abuse. You may have tests, such as blood and urine tests to check for infection. How is chronic … have pain during intercourse. You have painful urination, blood in your urine, or an inability to control the flow of … your belly. Learn more Computed Tomography (CT) Scan of the Body Laparoscopy Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the …
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… at which HIV makes copies of itself (multiplies) in the body. A combination of three or more antiretroviral … to a level that can no longer be detected with current blood tests. Antiretroviral medicines that are often used to … to a level that can no longer be detected with current blood tests. Antiretroviral medicines that are often used to …
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… The medical assessment of symptoms is based on the body parts you have. If you are transgender or non-binary, … from the other arm or leg? This may mean that a major blood vessel was damaged and that blood is not reaching the rest of the arm or leg. Yes Skin …
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… What is chronic pain? Pain is your body's way of warning you that something may be wrong. Pain … help your doctor find the cause of your pain. They include: Blood tests or other lab tests. A small sample of your blood is taken. It's then checked to see if you have an …
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… People with cryptosporidiosis should drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. What should I do if I become … If you have a Cryptosporidium infection do not swim in a body of water used by the public, such as: lakes, ponds, …
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… breathing, swallowing or a risk of choking on food or fluids, such as people with severe brain damage, spinal cord … condition that can result in weakness and paralysis of the body’s muscles. It most commonly occurs after infections. In …
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… when they bathe. Younger people who have no problems with blood flow can bathe more often if they want to. Older … liquid soap, or wipes). "No-tears" or no-rinse shampoo. Body lotion for dry skin. A waterproof mat or sheet to keep … when they bathe. Younger people who have no problems with blood flow can bathe more often if they want to. Older …