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Medications
… needs. Uses This medication is used to treat a type of high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial … breath and tiredness. It works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels (arteries) in the lungs and other parts of the body so that blood can flow more easily. This medication belongs to a …
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… people who have SVT, the heart still works normally to pump blood through the body. During an episode of SVT, the … may need other tests such as an electrophysiology study, blood tests, chest X-rays, or an echocardiogram to identify … your pulse beating, especially at your neck, where large blood vessels are close to the skin. Sweating. Some people …
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… by fever (about 1 child in 3,000), a temporary drop in the blood cells that help prevent bleeding (about 1 person in … or medical treatment Have had a drop in platelets, the blood cells that help prevent bleeding, after getting a … vaccine without another cause being identified Have had a blood transfusion or received other blood products within …
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… More serious reactions may include a temporary drop in the blood cells that help prevent bleeding (about 1 child in … system weakened by disease or medical treatment Had a blood transfusion or received other blood products within the past 12 months Had a drop in …
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… 6 Your Summary Get the facts Your options Have a PSA blood test to check for prostate cancer. Do not have a PSA blood test to check for prostate cancer. This information is … symptoms may develop, including urinary problems (such as blood in the urine) and bone pain. Many prostate cancers …
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… (transient ischemic attacks) or a previous stroke due to a blood clot and are at high risk for another stroke. It … and dipyridamole are antiplatelet drugs that work to keep blood flowing to the brain by stopping platelets from … together. This helps prevent the platelets from forming blood clots, which can lodge in the brain and cause a …
Medications
… fatal) allergic reaction. Your doctor should order a blood test to measure your risk before you start this medication or take it again. If the blood test shows you are at greater risk, you should not … toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or …
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… marrow function, an effect that may lead to a low number of blood cells such as red cells, white cells, and platelets. … crises caused by the disease and to reduce the need for blood transfusions. Some brands are also used to treat … Your treatment may be stopped for a short time if your blood counts are too low. Keep all medical and lab …
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… increased thirst/urination This medication may raise your blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results … problems (such as chest pain, irregular heartbeat) high blood pressure seizures overactive thyroid diabetes personal …
Medications
… toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or … moving your eyes) This medication may rarely make your blood sugar rise, which can cause or worsen diabetes. Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of high blood sugar such as increased thirst/urination. If you …
